Telmo Rodriguez Matallana 2020

96 Parker
Country

España

Vintage

2020

Region

D.O. Ribera del Duero

Volume

750 ml

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COMPAÑÍA DE VINOS TELMO RODRIGUEZ

%VOL

14,5

Varieties

Tempranillo, Otras

Style

Seco

Type

Tinto

81,92 
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Community Reviews
4.3 Vivino

4.3
J Butcher
Vivino
Great structure and balance. We both enjoyed. Interesting story behind the wine, as well. Rioja producer with a small project in Ribera Del
4.6
Tomáš Fojtík
Vivino
This is a little riper than the 2019 I tasted next to it, despite both being 14.5% alcohol (at least on the label). It follows the path of seriousness
4.4
Bernard Marr
Vivino
A bold yet refined Ribera del Duero with depth and soul.
Opaque ruby. Aromas of dark berries, cedar, and warm spice. The palate is full-bodied
4.3
Floyd Chattman
Vivino
It’s was delicious, didn’t have the taste profile I’m used to with Spanish tempranillo. But still very good
4.3
Anja Angelina
Vivino
Great balance, spices, some leather, hints of eucalyptus freshness, red and dark berries, full body, long finish.
4.3
Oscar T Poon
Vivino
Rich and structured. Medium tanning, intense blackberry oak leather with vanilla to finish.
4.7
Steffen Giermann
Vivino
Balanced full body
4.4
Sam P
Vivino
Nicely balanced.
4.6
Rijad Zrnić
Vivino
Excellent Ribera
4.7
Christian Vicko Soel...
Vivino
oak blackberry tobacco
4.1
Jesper Moonen
Vivino
(4,1) Ripe, but not overripe. Earthy, inky. Cherries, tobacco, vanilla, earth and cigar. Oak is not overdone. Well-made.
4.2
Sam Chacko
Vivino
Full bodied, peppery, balanced with structured tannins. black fruit black cherry vanilla plum blackcurrant
4.1
Alex Baciu
Vivino
chocolate black cherry coffee violet clove
4.2
Clint Fisch
Vivino
With Kent and Melissa
3.5
Kev the Wine
Vivino
Disappointing alongside the Yjar. Drank at 67 Pall Mall, The Icons, Beyond Bordeaux. September 2023.
3.9
Benjamin Siu
Vivino
Game dark chocolate plum blackcurrant High tannins and medium+ body
4.3
Kellie Lawrence
Vivino
Earthy, great minerality, dark fruit
4.2
Jeroen
Vivino
Premium Ribera del Duero by trailblazer Telmo Rodriguez served two ways - 9 hrs decanted vs from the bottle - polished vs edgy structure in summary.
4.4
Duke Funk
Vivino
Smith & Smith Open Bottle Day 2025! Spain-Winner!
4.3
Miloš Karan
Vivino
Delicious complex wine with nice balance and long finish. On the palate flavors of red cherry, plum, leather and tobacco. Salute! 🍷🤌
4.2
Ali Abdullah
Vivino
Not sure I would’ve called this a temp on a blind tasting. Very delicious! Dark color. Nose has lots of dark and red fruit oak violet. Very
4.2
Floyd Chattman
Vivino
09/18/2025 drinks well above the $55 price tag
4.8
Michael McQuiston
Vivino
Deep red color. Aroma of strawberries, vanilla and dried leaves. Cherry, strawberry, blueberry jam, and cocoa. Beautiful tannins lift the long
4.3
Phil Bunce
Vivino
Bought 6b 28/01/20 en primeur Averys for 294. had delivered home 06/02/26 for final ?£66.91 (at old duty)(inc 28 months storage. Shared at home
4.1
B Cat
Vivino
Less impressive than when tested previously but a solid wine. BlackBerry, leather black cherry, with a solid backbone. Alcohol slightly too high
4.3
Darek Galasinski
Vivino
A tad disappointing.
4.4
Mcm Mcm
Vivino
Excellent surprise! blackberry blackberry plum blackcurrant dark fruit Smooth, elegant finish chocolate tobacco. Drank with Antonio in Tramo
4.5
M Sailer
Vivino
Opens deep and layered with black cherry, cassis, violets, graphite and smoky oak. Dense and powerful, yet incredibly polished, with fine chalky
4.3
Phil Bunce
Vivino
14.5% Bought 6b 13/09/23 en prim Averys for £294. Had delivered home for final cost £66.91/b excluding storage Shared at close gathering in
4.4
Nick Denis
Vivino
2020 drinks 2026 We didn't expect less, and this 2020 impresses at the first sip. Deep and perfectly balance, aroma of tobacco, cocoa, black

Description

This wine displays subtle aromas of blackberry intertwined with spicy nuances from the oak, enhancing its fruity character. On the palate, it exhibits a pleasant density, yet not heavy, with a silky, balanced texture and smooth firmness. The aftertaste reveals notes of caramel and blueberries, still with a certain intensity.

Telmo Rodriguez Matallana 2020 is a prestigious dry red wine, made from a meticulous selection of varieties such as Tinto Fino (a mass selection of the best Ribera vineyards), Navarro, Valenciano, Albillo and others, all grown within the DO Ribera del Duero. Since 1998, Telmo Rodríguez has reinterpreted the Ribera del Duero, exploring from the limestone slopes in the north of Sotillo de la Ribera to the reddish mountains of Pardilla in the south. Analysis of the soils and landscapes of five different villages revealed the possibility of creating an exceptionally unique Ribera del Duero wine.

The 2020 vintage marks a milestone with the addition of Jean-Guillaume Prats (formerly Cos d'Estournel, Lafite, etc.) to the project. This will be the first time this wine is marketed through La Place de Bordeaux's renowned négociant system. The grapes from the five villages—whose names appear crossed out on the label—were harvested between October 6 and 18, fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel tanks and oak vats. The wine then rested for 14 months in French oak barrels.

With a slightly more mature profile than the 2019 vintage, 19.624 bottles were produced, bottled in May 2022. A true gem for those who want to buy wine online and discover the most refined essence of Ribera del Duero.

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