2020 Bodegas Vetus Flor de Vetus

This Flor de Vetus Tinto from Bodegas Vetus comes from the vineyards of the Bodega located in the DO Toro, planted in 1990. The vineyards cover approximately 20 hectares and are situated at an altitude of 700 meters. The climate is continental with a maritime influence. Vetus comes from the Latin word veto - vetare, meaning "forbidden, not permitted."

Vetus is located in the heart of the rapidly emerging Toro wine region. It exemplifies the potential of this region and the modern wines produced there. Abundant fruit and concentration. The Artevino Group (Vina Izadi, Villacreces, Orben) collaborates with Bodegas Vetus in Toro and chooses to produce wines based on the Tinta de Toro grape (the local Tempranillo). The favored Pruno wine is a sibling of Vetus. Vetus is made from 100% Tinta de Fino (Tempranillo clone), which is fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks after harvest. The wine is then aged for 9-10 months in 50% American oak, 50% French oak (50% new oak), and 50% second-year oak.

The Flor de Vetus Tinto has a rich red color with purple hues. The wine is medium to full-bodied, with ripe red and black fruit on the nose. We smell notes of licorice, spices, coffee, and caramel. The palate is powerful yet fresh. It's very structured, and we were surprised by the wonderful acidity this Toro wine has. Clearly a modern Toro style, with fruit taking center stage. The wine is well-structured and perfectly balanced, with an exquisite finish.

FACT: In the tab: Attachment, you'll find the official fact sheet for this fine wine. We'll automatically send it to you when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll also receive a nice discount.