Telmo Rodriguez - Gazur, Ribera del Duero

Gazur, Ribera del Duero

Part of the Ribera del Duero vineyards for Telmo Rodriguez’ wines are in the area of Parilla. These estate vineyards are a combination of old vines and new plantings, on north facing slopes (moderating heat stress), at an altitude of 3,000 feet. The red soils have strong mineral, chalk and quartz components, are farmed biodynamically, and are plowed only by two horses. Telmo considers this vineyard as having the best vineyard site in the region. 

Another important estate vineyard used in making the Ribera del Dueros is called Fuente Molinos, made up of 10 acres of contiguous vineyards painstakingly pieced together from land purchases from 34 owners. Formerly the bottom of a river, Fuente Molinos is characterized by stone deposits on the surface, with increasing chalk intensity deeper into the soils. 
 
Gazur showcases the fantastic fruit from these vineyards in a pure, delightful fashion.

  • 2008 Vintage

    Gazur shows wonderful fruit intensity, but beyond that a particularly interesting profile of fruit and spice. Fermented by native yeasts in cement and stainless steel tanks, and then aged in cement tanks for around 6 months, it shows the tremendous quality of the Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) in the optimal vineyards Telmo Rodriguez has selected for making his Ribera del Duero wines.

    • “The 2008 Gazur is also 100% Tempranillo raised in stainless steel but, in this case, the fruit is from Ribera del Duero. Dark ruby in color, it reveals scents of spice box, scorched earth, espresso, black cherry, and black raspberry. Complex, fragrant, and with a bit of structure, this excellent value will provide pleasure over the next 5 years.” 88 Points Wine Advocate

  • 2007 Vintage

    Gazur shows wonderful fruit intensity, but beyond that a particularly interesting profile of fruit and spice. Fermented by native yeasts in cement and stainless steel tanks, and then aged in cement tanks for around 6 months, it shows the tremendous quality of the Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) in the optimal vineyards Telmo Rodriguez has selected for making his Ribera del Duero wines.

    • “Floral and fresh, this is a delicate interpretation of tinto fino. Scents of violets, ripe cherries and strawberries blend into a light-bodied wine, simple and finely balanced.” 90 Points Wine & Spirits Magazine