Finca Villacreces Pruno Ribera del Duero

- Serve slightly below room temperature (around 16-18°C) for optimal balance using large balloon glasses to enhance aromas.
- Present in a rustic wooden wine box alongside thin slices of aged Manchego cheese and quince paste for a refined Spanish tapas experience.
- Pair with grilled herb-crusted lamb chops or smoky chorizo skewers accentuating the wine’s boldness with Mediterranean spices.
- Create a red wine reduction sauce from the bottle to drizzle over roasted wild mushrooms or braised short ribs for a rich harmonious dish.
- For a novel twist freeze the wine into ice cubes and add them to a cocktail of blood orange soda and a sprig of fresh rosemary for a sophisticated spritzer.
- Ideal for an outdoor late summer picnic served alongside grilled eggplant and red pepper bruschetta with a drizzle of smoked paprika olive oil.
- Garnish wine glasses with a thin slice of black garlic or charred orange peel to subtly echo the wine’s smoky and fruity layers.
- Use the large 150cl format for a communal wine-pairing dinner where guests alternate sharing bites of spicy patatas bravas and slow-cooked pork belly between sips.

For storing red wine including large format bottles like 150cl maintain a temperature between 55°F and 65°F (13°C to 18°C) ideally around 55°F to 58°F for longer aging stability. Avoid fluctuations in temperature to prevent premature aging or spoilage.

Keep the bottle in a dark environment away from direct sunlight and fluorescent lights as UV exposure can degrade wine quality by breaking down aromatic compounds.

Maintain humidity around 50–70% to prevent the cork from drying out and shrinking which can lead to oxidation. Use a humidifier or dehumidifier as needed depending on your storage climate.

Store the bottle horizontally to keep the cork moist ensuring a good seal and preventing air ingress.

For unopened bottles these conditions optimize aging and preserve the wine’s characteristics. Once opened refrigerate the bottle and reseal with a proper wine stopper or vacuum seal to slow oxidation; cold temperatures help preserve the wine though the serving temperature for red wine is generally warmer. Bring the wine back to serving temperature (60–65°F) before drinking.

Avoid storing red wine at temperatures above 70°F or below 45°F as extreme heat or cold can damage the wine and accelerate spoilage.

Minimize vibrations in the storage area since they can disturb sediment and the aging process though this is a more general precaution rather than a specific requirement for this wine type.