The talent of rebelliousness
The independent member of the Vega Sicilia family. Pintia is young, intense and ground-breaking in nature.
Proud of its origin, it has managed to reinterpret the Vega Sicilia culture in an innovative, brave and daring manner, at the head of the emergence of a new generation of Toro wines.
As is the case of all TEMPOS Vega Sicilia wines, the harvest is by hand with the fruit being placed in 12-kg boxes and grapes, once in the winery, they are left in a cold chamber for 12 hours in order to preserve their fruit intensity.
Along with the selection on the wine, a double sorting is carried out in the winery. This first removes those bunches that may have been wrongly picked in the field and the second focuses on the substandard berries that are found on optimum bunches. A cold maceration is carried out for 5 days prior to fermentation in oak wood vats.
Malolactic fermentation takes place in 100% wood. Subsequently, it is aged in French and American oak for 12 months.These are wines of great intensity of color and depth, cherry red with cardinal edges. The nose is broad, very clean, expressive and elegant, with great fruity intensity, wrapped in subtle, high quality wood. The palate offers a great structure, good tannic presence and a very friendly, fresh and persistent palate. Floral hints in retronasal.
Description
Pintia lies on the banks of the Duero River, within the DO Toro. The extremely cold winters and hot summers have an effect on the complex soils, which are rich in pebbles.
It is therefore essential to pick the grapes at the right moment to preserve the fresh aromas and acidity of the wine.
The vintage was hot and dry. It rained just before the harvest, which helped us to tame the powerful, concentrated and rustic skins. We gave the skins time to polymerise, but the priority was always to pick fresh grapes. This vintage was more about infusion than extraction. 15% of the wine was aged in large containers to preserve its fruitiness and freshness.
It was a vintage of great concentration, so we had to limit the influence of the toasted oak in favour of freshness.
Pintia 2019 is energetic, bold and full-bodied, but it is also silky. We had to work really hard to tame it, but we are proud of the result.General information
Alcohol by volume
15 %Variety
Tinta de ToroAverage age of vineyard
35 yearsVineyard surface area
110 ha (San Román de Hornija and Pedrosa del Rey)Planting density
1,000 plants/haAltitude
700 mYield
3,500 kg/ha - 24,5Hl/haHarvest
Manual, in 12 kg boxes, from 18 September to 1 October2019 Vineyard cycle
Temperatures in 2019 were above average, which, together with low rainfall, especially in the spring, resulted in a warm year.
The weather was good towards the end of the ripening period, with a little rain just before the harvest, which helped the grapes to mature.
Throughout the harvest there was no rain and the days were warm, resulting in excellent sanitary conditions.Storage, serving and drinking window
This wine is suitable for drinking now, but it can be cellared for 15 years if stored in optimal conditions: 12-14 ºC / 54-57 ºF and 60 % relative humidity.
Best served at 18 ºC / 64 ºF.Production
14,124 half bottles, 224,724 standard Bordeaux bottles, 6,587 Magnum,
498 Double Magnum, 43 Imperial and 5 Salmanazar.Year bottled
April 2021
Description
Pintia lies on the banks of the Douro River, within the Toro D.O. region. The extremely cold winters and hot summers influence its complex soils, which are mainly known for their significant pebble content.
This means that finding the perfect harvest period is key to ensure the wine conserves both its fresh aromas and acidity.
Harvesting ran from 20 September to 7 October. A rainier vintage, which already looked very good during the grape skin tasting. Very fruity polymerised tannins; a vintage to undoubtedly enjoy during harvest. Our experience with the grape was reflected in the wine. A new production plant was used for the first time during fermentation, enabling even more precise work during extraction.
It was a very balanced year, with tenser wines, in which we increased the new barrel effect (5 %), while continuing to reduce the toasts in Toro.Pintia 2018 is the probably most vertical and fruitiest Pintia, but also has a lot of intrigue. A wine with a very silky texture that can be enjoyed now, but has an incredible finish.
General information
Alcohol by volume
15 %Variety
Tinta de ToroAverage age of vineyard
34 yearsVineyard surface area
108 ha (San Román de Hornija and Pedrosa del Rey)Planting density
1,000 plants/haAltitude
700 mYield
3,500 kg/ha - 24.5 Hl/haHarvest
Hand-picked in 12 kg crates from 20 September to 7 October2018 Vineyard cycle
The 2018 vintage saw more rainfall than other campaigns, particularly during spring, thus avoiding previous periods of water stress in the vineyards.
May saw a late mild frost and July was unusual (rainy, milder temperatures than expected).
Good weather and even warmth as ripening ended produced perfectly healthy grapes. The harvest started somewhat later due to the weather conditions.Storage, serving and drinking window
This wine is suitable for drinking now, but it can be aged for up to 15 years if stored in the ideal conditions: 12-14 ºC and 60 % relative humidity.
The recommended drinking temperature is 18 ºC/64 ºF.Production
14,144 half bottles, 251,512 Bordeaux, 6,543 Magnum, 512 Double Magnum, 40 Imperial, and 5 Salmanazar.
Year bottled
June 2019
Description
Pintia lies on the banks of the Douro River, within the Toro D.O. region. The extremely cold winters and hot summers influence its complex soils, which are mainly known for their significant pebble content.
This means that finding the perfect harvest period is key to ensure the wine conserves both its fresh aromas and acidity.
Harvest was from 6 to 17 September. It was a very short harvest without any stoppages to ensure maximum freshness in the wine. Extraction during fermentation was less intense compared to previous years, targeting elegance with few pump-overs.
We reduced the new American oak barrel percentage by 5 %, enhancing the effect of the lighter toasts. We also reduced malolactic fermentation in barrel by 10 %. The aim was to make the most elegant Pintia possible given the characteristics of this warm vintage.
Pintia 2017 has a juicier, sweeter balance, achieving harmony and a silky texture.General information
Alcohol by volume
15 %Variety
Tinta de ToroAverage age of vineyard
33 yearsVineyard surface area
108 ha (San Román de Hornija and Pedrosa del Rey)Planting density
1,000 plants/haAltitude
700 mYield
3,000 kg/ha - 21 Hl/haHarvest
Hand-picked in 12 kg crates from September 6th to 17th2017 Vineyard cycle
A cold winter gave way to a warm spring, 1.7 ºC / 35 ºF above the mean recorded for the season, which caused budburst to occur 15 days early.
The severe frosts at the end of April caused minimal damage to the Pintia vineyards despite the earlier budburst.
The summer began with a very hot June, continuing through July and August, meaning harvest took place 10 days earlier than in any of the previous 10 years.Storage, serving and drinking window
This wine is suitable for drinking now, but it can be aged for up to 15 years if stored in the ideal conditions of: 12-14 ºC / 54-57 ºF and 60 % relative humidity.
The recommended drinking temperature is 18 ºC / 64 ºF.Production
204,240 Bordeaux bottles, 6,720 Magnum, 512 Double Magnum, 42 Imperial, and 5 Salmanazar bottles.
Year bottled
May 2019
Description
Pintia lies on the banks of the Douro River, within the D.O. of Toro. The extremely cold winters and hot summers influence its complex soils, which are characterised by a large number of pebbles.
Therefore, it is paramount to find the optimal harvest time, so as not to lose the freshness of the aromas or the acidity of the wine.
The harvest took place between 13 September and 7 October (one of the longest in our history), due to the low temperatures and rains in September and the growth cycle of the vineyard. These conditions for the 2016 vintage helped push for a bit more extraction later on in the fermentation stage.The percentage of new oak barrels used for ageing was 80 %, American oak increasing 5 % and reaching 25 %, providing greater density in the wine. 75 % French oak was used for this ageing stage.
Pintia 2016 has a very elegant, fresh and silky balance, but at the same time, it is precise.General information
Alcohol by volume
14.5 %Variety
Tinta de ToroAverage age of vineyard
32 yearsVineyard surface area
110 haPlanting density
1,000 plants/haAltitude
700 mYield
4,000-4,500 kg/ha - 28-31.5 hl/haHarvest
Manual in 12 kg boxes from September 13th to October 7th2016 Vineyard cycle
The growth cycle was marked by a rainfall of 278.75 mm (below average), an absence of heavy frosts in the dormancy stage and high summer temperatures both day and night, especially from mid-August onwards. This led to uneven ripening and earlier alcohol development (sugar content) than phenolic development (greenness of the pip and skin) early on in the harvest. However, a significant drop in temperatures in mid-
September favoured a more gradual ripening. Rainfall meant that the harvest took longer than usual (beginning on 13 September and ending on 7 October).Storage, serving and drinking window
This wine is suitable for drinking now, but it can be stored for 15 years in optimal conditions: 12-14 °C / 54-57 ºF and 60 % relative humidity.
The recommended serving temperature is 18 °C / 54-57 ºF.Production
230,032 Bordeaux bottles, 6,517 Magnum, 450 Double Magnum, 40 Imperial and 4 Salmanazar.
Year bottled
May 2018
Description
Pintia is located on the banks of the Duero River, within the Toro Appellation. The extreme weather conditions, very cold in the winter and intense heat in the summertime, act upon its complex soil known for its large amount of boulders.
It is essential, for these reasons, to choose the perfect moment to harvest, preserving freshness of aromas and the wine's acidity.
Adapting to this warm vintage, Pintia 2015 was barrel aged in 80% French oak and 20% in American oak. We must highlight that new oak barrels were reduced by 20% to provide freshness to the wine.
Pintia 2015 offers interesting fruity and spicy aroma. This is a very concentrated vintage, but also has plenty of tension and persistence on the palate; a precise wine with a long journey ahead.General information
Alcohol by volume
15 %Variety
100 %Average age of vineyard
32 yearsVineyard surface area
96 haPlanting density
1,000 plants/haAltitude
700 mYield
3,700 kg/ha - 25 Hl/haHarvest
Hand-picked in 12 kg cases from September 10th to September 21st2015 Vineyard cycle
The end of the previous campaign closed with warmer temperatures than usual. The first frost episodes took place in mid November, although these were not important until the end of December. It was a cold winter with very low temperatures, as low as -4 ºC in early January.
Spring was very rainy, concentrating half of the annual rainfall in this season. Budding occurred at the end of March. Summer was somewhat warmer than usual, although thanks to the water accumulated in spring the plant managed to extract the full potential of its soil and ripen the grapes with extra aromas and varietal flavors. Flowering took place the first week of June. During the month of August, the heat and the absence of the rain were the protagonists.
September was a dry month, leading to good sanity and a very balanced end of grape ripening. Vineyards achieved a very aromatic and harmonious finish which were harvested between the 10th and 21st of September.Storage, serving and drinking window
This wine is ready to drink now holding a potential ageing window of approximately 15 years if kept in ideal conditions: constant temperature of 12-14 ºC and 60% relative humidity.
Optimum drinking temperature is 16 ºC.Production
203,857 Bordeaux bottles, 6,496 Magnum, 474 Double Magnum, 45 Imperial and 5 Salmanazar.
Year bottled
May 2017
Description
Pintia is located on the banks of the Duero River, within the Toro Appellation. The extreme weather conditions, very cold in the winter and intense heat in the summertime, act upon its complex soil known for its large number of pebbles.
As part of our determination to achieve the elegance of Vega Sicilia, it is essential to choose the perfect moment to harvest, preserving freshness of aromas and the wine's acidity.
We polish its ageing by undertaking malolactic fermentation, 60 % in barrel, (80 % in French oak barrels and 20 % American oak), later sitting in the bottle until it is perfect for drinking.Pintia 2014 has a frank, expressive nose; intense sweet fruity aromas well integrated with a nuance of spicy woodiness.Voluptuous, full-bodied, generous vintage. A wine with rich texture.
General information
Alcohol by volume
14.5 %Variety
Tinta de ToroAverage age of vineyard
35 yearsVineyard surface area
98 ha (San Román de Hornija and Pedrosa del Rey)Planting density
1,000 plants/haAltitude
700 mYield
3,500 kg/ha - 24.5 HL/haHarvest
Hand-picked in 12 kg crates from September 9th to the 30th2014 Vineyard cycle
2013 ended with a rainy autumn, a cold start of winter and widespread frost at the end of November and throughout December, while undergoing winter pruning.
2014 began in a similar manner, cold and abundant rainfall accumulating in deep soil generously filling storage capacity of all soil types.
Spring began with soft to moderate temperatures, no relevant frost and sporadic showers towards the beginning of the season. Temperatures decreased between May 20th - 25th followed by rain, holding back the cycle. Summer was warm and dry with light rain on July 4th of 4-8 l/m2 in some areas; a second storm, causing no harm, on July 19th leaving precipitations of 9-14 l/m2 in some plots.
In August, the good water reserves accumulated in winter and the high temperatures, allowed development to continue in the cycle. Excellent indicators of plant maturation were registered up to the first days of September. Light rain helps maturation end successfully and harvest began in the more advanced plots on September 9th, ending in some areas on September 30th, with excellent maturation parameters after several rain episodes.Storage, serving and drinking window
This wine is suitable for drinking now, but it can be aged for up to 10 years if stored in the ideal conditions of: 12-14 ºC / 54-57 ºF and 60 % relative humidity.
The recommended drinking temperature is 16-18 ºC / 61-64 ºF.Production
177,477 Bordeaux bottles, 5,515 Magnum, 422 Double Magnum, 35 Imperial.
Year bottled
May 2016
Description
Pintia is located on the banks of the Duero River, within the Toro Appellation. The extreme weather conditions, very cold in the winter and intense heat in the summertime, act upon its complex soils characterized by large amount of pebbles.
As part of our determination to achieve the elegance of a Vega Sicilia, it is essential to choose just the right time to harvest so as to safeguard the freshness of aromas and the wine's acidity.
During the ageing process, we aim to fine-tune its personality by undertaking malolactic fermentation in 70% French oak barrels, 25% American oak and 5% Hungarian oak, later resting in the bottle until it is perfect for drinking.
Pintia 2013 is a wine of great colour intensity and profound layers. It has a frank and expressive nose and intense fruity aroma mixed with a subtle woodiness. This vintage offers a very noticeable structure and personality. It is remarkably fresh, energetic, elegant, with a long journey ahead of it.
General information
Alcohol by volume
14,5 %Variety
Tinta de ToroAverage age of vineyard
35 yearsVineyard surface area
96 haPlanting density
1.000 plants/haAltitude
700 mYield
3.500 kg/haHarvest
Hand-picked in 12 kg cases2013 Vineyard cycle
Rainy winter of mild temperatures. Spring starts with a slight delay at bud break along with frost on April 27th (-4ºC) which causes the vineyard to suffer different levels of damage in each plot. Lower temperatures than usual continue in May leading to a 15-day delay in flowering.
Growing delay extends through June and July with heavy rainfall which causing damage in several plots in Villaester. Veraison is twelve days late compared to 2012. August and September were hot and dry resulting in great balance of the grapes. Harvest took place between September 26th and October 15th along with sporadic showers causing no major problems.
Storage, serving and drinking window
These wines are ready for drinking now but may potentially be stored for approximately 10 years if kept in optimum conditions (12-14 ºC) at 60% relative humidity, and constant temperature, protected from direct light.
Optimum drinking temperature is 16 ºC.
Production
149.449 Bordeaux bottles, 5.558 Mágnum bottles, 400 Double-Mágnum bottles, 35 Imperial bottles.
Year bottled
April 2015
Description
Pintia is located on the banks of the river Duero, about a hundred kilometers from the original Vega Sicilia estate, and it belongs to the Toro Appellation of Origin, characterized by hot Summers. The soils of our vineyards are both complex and poor, with their outstanding feature being the large amount of pebbles.
This region produces wines with a marked personality and structure. As part of our determination to achieve elegance, it is essential to choose just the right time to harvest so as to safeguard the freshness of aromas and the wine's acidity.
During the ageing process, we aim to fine-tune its personality by undertaking 90% of malolactic in barrels of both French oak (75%) and American oak (25%), which are always new. The wine then settles in the bottle until it is perfect for drinking.
Pintia is a wine of great colour intensity and profound layering.
It has a frank and expressive nose, with intense fruity aroma mixed with a subtle woodiness. These are wines with a very noticeable structure, but which are simultaneously voluptuous and pleasing.
They are, definitely, gastronomical wines that invite you to enjoy.
General information
Alcohol by volume
15 %Variety
Tinta de ToroAverage age of vineyard
35 yearsVineyard surface area
96 haPlanting density
1,000 plants/haAltitude
700 mYield
3,500 kg /haHarvest
Hand-picked, in 12 kg-boxes2012 Vineyard cycle
Low precipitations in winter (much lower that average) and absence of heavy frost. Bud break 15 days late but a very fast budding. High temperatures in spring that help recover from the delay and flowering without storms and winds caused a good fruit set. Grape ripening in mid-August with extremely high temperatures and no precipitation that kept the cycle going. Warm harvest.
Storage, serving and drinking window
These wines are ready for drinking now but may potentially be stored for approximately 10 years if kept in optimum conditions (12-14 ºC) at 60% relative humidity, and constant temperature, protected from direct light.
Optimum drinking temperature is 16 ºC.
Production
159,759 bordeaux bottles, 4,500 magnum bottles, 400 double magnum bottles and 30 imperial bottles.
Year bottled
April 2014.
