The Regulatory Council of the denomination of Origin Ribera del Duero finishes the harvest of this year. From September 22 to November 7, 8,258 winegrowers and 308 wineries have participated in the harvest of the 22,319 hectares registered in the Denomination of Origin, reaching the 133 million kilos of which 96% belongs to Tinto fino or Country ink; Guaranteeing both the highest quality standards and the good condition of the grapes.
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133 million kilos of grapes have been collected in excellent condition and of optimum quality
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Ribera del Duero incorporates more than 200 people for the harvest, thus supporting local employment
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It recalls the harvests of the whole life of Ribera del Duero with young, cheerful and fruity wines, and whose adequate aging is assured
In the words of Agustín Alonso, Director of the Technical Area of Ribera del Duero: "In general, Ribera del Duero wines that will be drunk from 2017 will be fresher and more Atlantic. This harvest is reminiscent of Ribera del Duero in the late 80s and 90s, with wines with a high coloration emphasizing their bluish tones and the memory in its aroma of black and mineral fruits with some floral tones and balanced in the mouth with enough Weight of tannin and good length and persistence. "
The good preparation and correct maintenance of the vineyard by the winemakers of the Ribera has been fundamental to prevent possible diseases and to guarantee the evolution of the cycle of maturation of the grape.
In order to carry out this harvest The Regulatory Council of the Denomination of Origin Ribera del Duero has incorporated 211 assistants of veedor who have carried out the control of the quality of the grape at the entrance to the winery and 16 engineers to be able to exercise the work of Expert appraisers in charge of control the performance in plot, and thus to quantify the amount of grapes per hectare, ensuring that the allowed regulatory limits are not exceeded.
It is worth noting that the entire process of collecting grapes is completely computerized, so that the data has been constantly updated.
About the Regulating Council of the Denomination of Origin Ribera del Duero
The Regulatory Council of the Denomination of Origin Ribera del Duero is the body responsible for ensuring the authenticity of the wines of this region, ensuring that each bottle that carries its counter label has passed rigorous quality controls.
About 300 wineries are part of this district located in the river Duero basin and selected as Best Wine Region of the World in 2012. The wines of the Ribera del Duero DO are characterized by their high quality, limited production and a strong commitment to the innovation. The desire to excel, the experience and a creative attitude, together with the dedication, tradition and talent of its winemakers and winemakers, make Ribera del Duero wines unique.
For more information:
LLORENTE Y CUENCA
Bárbara Espejo
T: 91 563 77 22 (ext. 143)
Email: bespejo@llorenteycuenca.com
Consejo Regulador de la DO Ribera del Duero
Dpto. de Comunicación y Promoción
Rebeca Ruano
T: 947 54 12 21
Email: rruano.comunicacion@riberadelduero.es
