Latarce Selección D.O. Toro (6 unidades)
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Latarce Selección D.O. Toro (6 units)
75 cl bottle To perfect its aging, malolactic fermentation takes place in new French oak barrels (100%) for 16 months, before finally resting in the bottle until it reaches the ideal condition for drinking. A great exclusive wine with a production of only 2,500 bottles.
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The Bodega Latarce wine tourism complex is located right at the entrance to Toro, a land renowned for outstanding wines and gastronomy.

In the treasured barrel room, the different wines they produce rest under an automated temperature and humidity control system. In that silence, they develop their personality in barrels from different origins (100% French and American oak) until the ideal moment for bottling.

These are limited-production wines full of passion.

Technical details:

Winery: Latarce

D.O. Toro

Variety: 100% Tinta de Toro

Alcohol: 15.0 % vol.

Tasting notes

Deeply colored, with cherry-red tones. On the nose, it evokes aromas of ripe black fruit, licorice and a very subtle toastiness, elegant and with great length.

On the palate, it offers great structure, a good tannic presence, full body, power and persistence. Retronasal impressions recall the aromatic phase. The finish is long-lasting.

Serving temperature: 15-17º C

Geology and Soil

Soil type: Sandy with rounded pebbles.

Pairing

At Made in Spain Gourmet, we recommend pairing it with appetizers featuring Iberian ham or aged sheep’s cheese, cured and reserva cheeses, as well as creamy sheep’s cheeses. For main courses, pair it with lamb, game or red meat. For dessert, enjoy it with dark chocolate.

Winemaking

The harvest takes place in early October and is carried out by hand in 15kg crates.

From selected vineyards over 50 years old, the grapes are carefully harvested at optimal ripeness to obtain a wine of the highest quality.

To perfect its aging, malolactic fermentation takes place in new French oak barrels.

It remains for 16 months in new French oak barrels.

Tinta de Toro

The Romans (210 BC) are considered the true promoters of viticulture in the Duero basin, invading what had previously been Vaccaean territory and completely destroying the city under the orders of the Carthaginian general Hannibal.

On January 11, 1505, the 83 Laws of Toro were proclaimed, with the city serving as the seat of the Cortes; centuries later, it would become established as a provincial capital. Numerous documents over the years have ordered, regulated and recognized vine cultivation and its economic importance in the city. Toro wine traveled to the New World, christening its discovery thanks to characteristics that allowed it to last and keep during such long journeys.

After the phylloxera invasion in Spain in 1870, vine cultivation underwent a major transformation, and it was in Toro that the Tinta de Toro variety anchored its roots in loose, well-drained sandy soils, with the propagation of ungrafted vineyards preserved to this day. At that time, Toro had its own Oenological Station located in the city, providing technical services to the winegrowing needs of the day. On May 26, 1933, Toro was granted its Denomination of Origin for the first time. (Gaceta publication, June 4, 1933)

In 1990, the Regional Government of Castilla y León became involved in a clonal and sanitary selection plan for vines, recovering and multiplying the native varieties of the region, including Tinta de Toro, which now enjoys certification as a native variety with its own name and clearly defined agronomic and ampelographic characteristics. It is sold with a blue label and its corresponding clone number.

Its ampelographic characteristics are quite similar to Tempranillo or Tinto Fino, but having been rooted in the area for several centuries, it has its own name and distinctive personality, different from its counterparts. Wines must contain at least 75% grapes of this variety.

DO Toro

Date of creation: 1987

The DO was officially founded in 1987 by six protected wineries; today there are more than 60, and the wines are sold practically all over the world, with a particularly strong presence in the domestic market. Toro is one of the Spanish Denominations of Origin with the largest area of old vineyards, notably its pre-phylloxera bush vines and its flagship variety, Tinta de Toro, known for its deep color and excellent aging potential.

Authorized varieties

The predominant and native variety of the area is Tinta de Toro, although Garnacha is also authorized among red varieties. As for white varieties, wines may be made with Malvasía and Verdejo grapes.

Categories

Red wines are made mainly from the Tinta de Toro variety (at least 85%, with the remainder allowed to be Garnacha), always seeking the level of ripeness needed to obtain wines whose balance of components results in their remarkable quality.

Crianza: Red wines with a minimum aging period of 24 months, of which at least six must have been spent in oak barrels with a maximum capacity of 330 liters.

Reserva: Red wines with a minimum aging period of 36 months, of which at least 12 must have been spent in oak barrels with a maximum capacity of 330 liters, with the remainder of this period in bottle.

Gran reserva: Red wines with a minimum aging period of 60 months, of which at least 18 must have been spent in oak barrels with a maximum capacity of 330 liters, with the remainder of this period in bottle;

Rosés: Made with Tinta de Toro and/or Garnacha varieties.

Whites: Made with Malvasía and/or Verdejo varieties.

Latarce

Bodega Latarce is located right at the entrance to Toro, a land renowned for great wines and gastronomy. A devotion to the wines produced in this region led to the dream of creating our own exclusive wines. In 2006, the San José family decided to acquire its first vineyards and experiment with traditional winemaking methods, drawing on the experience of local oenologists and winegrowers. However, it was not until 2010 that the “Latarce” brand was created and registered. Over the following years, long-term contracts were formalized with winegrowers from some of the oldest and most representative vineyards in the area encompassed by the Toro Designation of Origin. The dream continued to grow and became tangible with the facilities of Bodegas y Viñedos Castillo Latarce, inaugurated in 2019. An estate of more than one hectare with magnificent facilities that evoke the old castle and walls of San Pedro de Latarce, a symbol of the defense of traditions. Its winery is the jewel of the house. A dream come true. Modern and innovative facilities, capable of combining values such as functionality, hygiene and, above all, our commitment to the environment as a way of life through renewable energy. They have well water from their own borehole, electricity supplied by photovoltaic panels, and a sewage system with their own treatment plant. A carefully tended space housing all the machinery required to craft our prized wines, with the latest technology and manual control, always committed to good taste and expert craftsmanship. They uphold strict standards of quality and exclusivity in all their creations. Their wines are highly appreciated by consumers seeking excellence in every bottle, which is why they maintain an unwavering commitment to quality throughout every process, from the vineyard itself to bottling and labeling, all carried out by hand. The vineyards of Bodega Latarce are spread across several areas within the Toro Designation of Origin. Ranging from 50 to more than 80 years old, the different vineyards shape the character and personality of our wines. Together with the distinctive qualities of the region’s soils, they give the wines an elegant and complex structure. To preserve respect for the terroir, the local winegrowers themselves are responsible for tending and maintaining the vines under the supervision of our winemaking team. In short, this is a winery that, on its own merits, holds a place of honor in our Made in Spain Gourmet store.
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