«WE ARE RIBERA DEL DUERO, BORN IN THE VINEYARD, GENERATIONS AGO. WE ARE THE SUM OF OUR ANCESTORS AND FUTURE GENERATIONS. WE DON´T FOLLOW THE LEADER, WE FOLLOW OUR HEARTS. WE BREAK RULES AND LIVE OUT LOUD. WE MAKE WINE WE WANT TO DRINK. WE ARE PROUD OG WHO WE ARE – THE GOOD AND THE BAD. WE ARE MALCARACTER»
IT IS NOT A NORMAL WINE
A New Generation Of Winemakers
MALCARACTER is a MALCARACTER is a vineyard project in the Ribera del Duero, with no other aim than to endeavour to return to the origins of Castilian vinegrowing. The name is a tribute to the Castilian temperament. It is a sustainable project, in harmony with nature and with the terroir, seeking to recapture and enhance the indigenous varieties of vines. It is a return to the beginnings of the Ribera del Duero: the tinta fina, the albillo…
OUR ROOTS
MALCARACTER
Family wines
The harvest is manual, the fermentation is spontaneous, and it is carried out with indigenous yeasts. The wines are elaborated following the most traditional processes and handmade methods and are aged in oak barrels. MALCARACTER is a clear example of how Tempranillo can be articulated in Ribera del Duero, without airs and graces. It is a tribute to the unknown Castilian winegrower of centuries past and to his character, which is something we are proud of in this project.
Dossier
TECHNICAL DATA / TASTING
MALCARACTER
“Fresh and Expressive High-Altitude Tempranillo from Ribera del Duero”
Vineyard & Terroir:
· Vineyard & Terroir:
· Appellation: Ribera del Duero
·Varietal Composition: 100% Tempranillo
· Vineyard Location: Fuentenebro (Burgos)
· Altitude: 900-1000 meters
· Soil: Clay soil with minerals such as mica, which adds complexity and greater mineral expression to the wine.
· Vineyard’s Age: planted between 1999-2001
·Climate: Mediterranean with continental influences
· Yield: 5,500 kg/ha
· Irrigation: None
· Viticulture:Organic
Winemaking & Aging
Harvest: Meticulously selected in the vineyard, hand-harvested in 15 kg crates, followed by a second selection at the winery.

Fermentation & Aging: 50% fermented in concrete tanks and aged there for 4 months. 50% fermented in stainless steel and aged for 4 months in French and American oak barrels.

Tasting Note
Color: Deep cherry-red with violet hues.

Nose: Intense and elegant, with aromas of ripe blackberries, wild herbs, and subtle mineral notes, complemented by delicate hints of vanilla, cocoa, and spice from the oak.

Palate: Fresh and structured, with silky tannins, bright acidity, and a long, balanced finish. A wine that beautifully captures the altitude and unique terroir of Ribera del Duero.
Pairing Suggestions
Ideal with grilled red meats, aged cheeses, game dishes, and rich stews.
Serving Temperature: 14-16°C
TECHNICAL DATA / TASTING

MALCARACTER LIMITED

“High-Altitude Tempranillo: Elegance and Complexity from Ribera del Duero”
Vineyard & Terroir:
·Appellation: Ribera del Duero
·Varietal Composition: 100% Tempranillo
·Vineyard Location: Fuentenebro (Burgos) & Horrubia de la Cuesta (Segovia)
·Altitude: 950-1070 meters
·Soil: Different soils limestone with a gravel surface and clay subsoil.
·Climate: Mediterranean with continental influences
·Soil: Limestone and clay with rocky surface
·Yield: 4,500 kg/ha
·Irrigation: None
·Viticulture:Organic
Winemaking & Aging
Harvest: Meticulously selected in the vineyard, hand-harvested in 15 kg crates, followed by a second selection at the winery.

Fermentation:Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeast in stainless steel tanks.

Aging:: 12 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels.

Tasting Note
Color: Deep Deep ruby-red with violet reflections.

Nose: Complex and intense, offering aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and plums, intertwined with elegant notes of vanilla, cocoa, toasted spices, and a subtle mineral touch.

Palate: Structured and well-balanced, with silky tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, lingering finish. A refined expression of high-altitude Tempranillo with both power and elegance.
Pairing Suggestions
Perfect with roasted lamb, grilled meats, cured cheeses, and rich stews.
Serving Temperature: 14-16°C
TECHNICAL DATA / TASTING

MALCARACTER VERDEJO

“Single-Vineyard Organic Verdejo: Freshness, Elegance, and Terroir Expression”
Vineyard & Terroir:
·Appellation:Valladolid (DO Rueda)
·Altitude: 790 meters
·Soil: Sandy with pebble stones on the surface and clay in the subsoil.
·Cultivation:Organic farming, single-vineyard selection
· Yield: 4,000 kg/ha
Winemaking
Grape variety: 100% verdejo.

Fermentation: Temperature-controlled in stainless steel tanks.

Aging:: On fine lees during 6 months for added complexity and texture.

Tasting Note
Color: Bright straw yellow with greenish hues.

Nose: Intense and aromatic, with notes of citrus, green apple, pear, and hints of fennel and white flowers. Subtle mineral undertones reflect the terroir.

Palate: Fresh and well-balanced, with a crisp acidity and a silky texture. The lees aging adds depth and volume, leading to a long, elegant finish with characteristic Verdejo bitterness.
Pairing Suggestions
Perfect with seafood, grilled fish, fresh cheeses, and light Mediterranean dishes. Ideal as an aperitif.
Serving Temperature: 8-10°C

RIBERA DEL DUERO

Vineyard & Terroir:
Located in the country´s nortern plateau, it is one of eleven «quiality wine» regions within the autonomous community of Castile and León. It is also one of several recognized wine-producing regions to be found along the course of the Duero river.

What makes RIBERA DEL DUERO differnt?

·Mediterranean weather wiht continental influences.

·Altitude: From 750 to 1100 meters altitude

·Famous for its red wines made with TEMPRANILLO also known as TINTA FINA or TINTA DEL PAIS