| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | Spain |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
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A freak, the 2000 Pingus is an exaggerated, extravagantly rich effort boasting an inky/purple color along with a sumptuous perfume of beef blood, lavender, Provencal herbs, ground pepper, melted licorice, and oodles of blackberry and creme de cassis-like fruit. Full-bodied, powerful, rich, and smoky, with great intensity, and an unctuously-textured, full-throttle finish, it should drink well for 15-20 years. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2025.
Pingus is Spain's top cult wine, and is almost always the most expensive Spanish wine on wine lists in Spain. This was a very good vintage in Ribera, and Sisseck told me that for him, "this is the true Pingus I've been trying to make." Lavish oak gives alluring chocolate and toasty flavours, yet there's enough ripe fruit for balance, with notes of cassis and blueberry. Firm ripe tannins give ageworthy structure, yet the wine remains balanced. Focused and deep. Drink now through 2015.
