Bodegas Emilio Moro - Ribera del Duero 'Malleolus' 2023

“Wine is an art. If you know how to listen, it speaks to you, it lets you know when it needs racking and rest. It’s just like a living creature that we have to understand, tend to and care for.”

So said Emilio Moro, the founder of the estate that bears his name. Three generations later, this belief is still upheld by José and Javier Moro. Based in the world-famous village of Pesquera de Duero, in the heart of Ribera del Duero, the brothers believe that their wine has a life of its own and that with each vintage a part of them is immortalized in it. “It evokes the land where it comes from”, they say. Rejecting traditional classifications like Crianza and Reserva, the family is far more interested in creating wines with personality and individuality – wines that are true to their vineyards and heritage. Among them are red wines from their cherished Tinto Fino, a prized clone of Tempranillo, and more recently Godello wines from Bierzo – vibrant whites that are as exciting and lively as their labels suggest.

The alcoholic fermentation and maceration took place in small stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for 28 days, After malolactic fermentation in stainless-steel tanks, they were subsequently aged in a new French oak barrel.

"From the Latin word meaning little hammer, the 2023 Malleolus is also named for a small estate vineyard. The family was one of the first in the region to break with the meaning of Crianza, Reserva, etc. with this wine. Herbal, silky, with bold black fruit and sweet tannins, it’s a full-bodied, highly expressive wine with spicy balsamic richness and well-integrated oak. Drink 2030-2038." - 93 Points, Jeb Dunnuck

"Fresh and expressive, with blackberries and blueberries layered with a spicy touch. Full-bodied and succulent, with generous fruit, good balance and firm, polished tannins. Drink or hold." - 93 Points, James Suckling

Producer: Bodegas Emilio Moro

Country: Spain

Region: Castilla y León

Varietal: Tempranillo

Appellation: Ribera del Duero

Vintage: 2023

Size: 750ml