LA FLEUR VIVALTUS 2016

LA FLEUR DE VIVALTUS 2016 – Ribera del Duero

Elegant Ribera del Duero | Fresh, Refined, and Beautifully Polished

Region: Ribera del Duero DO, Spain
Grape Blend: 97% Tempranillo with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot
Style: Elegant, fresh, modern, and beautifully balanced

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Perfumed and refined, with aromas of red cherry, ripe plum, blackberry, violets, sweet spice, cedar, and subtle floral notes.

Palate:
Fresh, vibrant, and polished, showing pure red and dark fruit, fine spice, gentle oak, and elegant mineral undertones.

Structure:
Medium to full-bodied with silky tannins, lively freshness, and excellent balance. Crafted from old, high-altitude vineyards between 850 and 1,000 metres, giving the wine freshness and finesse.

Finish:
Long, clean, and graceful, with lingering red fruit, spice, and savoury freshness.

In Summary

La Fleur de Vivaltus is the more elegant and approachable expression from Vivaltus, one of Ribera del Duero’s most exciting modern projects. The wine is made with the guidance of Jean-Claude Berrouet, famed for his work at Château Pétrus, and is designed around freshness, finesse, and elegance rather than excessive extraction.

The 2016 vintage is composed mainly of Tempranillo, supported by small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It was aged for around 11–12 months in French oak, with a portion matured in ovoid vessels to enhance freshness and aromatic lift.

Drinking Window

Now: Drinking beautifully with 30–60 minutes decanting
Peak: 2024–2036
Cellaring: Excellent medium-term ageing potential

Food Pairing

• Roast lamb
• Iberico pork
• Grilled ribeye
• Mushroom dishes
• Aged Manchego
• Charcuterie
• Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine