Dido La Universal 2023
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Dido La Universal 2023
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This the new vintage of the wine Dido La Universal, produced by Venus La Universal. Headed by Sara Pérez and René Barbier, the winery has 10 hectares of vineyards near Falset, DO Montsant.
As usual, the Grenache is the backbone of this Spanish red wine, complemented with Syrah and lesser amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The vines grow in soils composed of sauló, a type of sand of granitic origin.
The grapes were brought to the cellar, cold-soaked and fermented in concrete vats. Then, in order to preserve the exceptional quality of the fruit, 60% of the red wine Dido la Universal 2023 was aged for 14-16 months in concrete vats, while the remaining 40% was aged in barrels of different sizes.
Aerate this red wine from Montsant 30 minutes before drinking.
| Appearance | The organic red wine Dido La Universal is pale purple with some ruby tinges and a garnet rim, |
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| Nose | An ode to freshness, this blend of Grenache, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon suggests juicy notes of cranberries, raspberries and blackberries, hints of dry herbs, spices and flowers, and some touches of Mediterranean undergrowth and crushed rocks. |
| Palate | This wine of bodega Venus La Universal is lithe and pithy, with wild berries, dry herbs and some ripe tannins. This Crianza red wine has a crisp acidity and a medium finish with an aftertaste of dry earth and garrigue. |
| Our personal opinion | Fresher than ever, Dido La Universal 2023 is an unguilty plesaure. |
| OTHER VINTAGES | Dido La Universal 2022: Enterwine 91. Parker 93. Dido La Universal 2021: Enterwine 92. Dido La Universal 2020: Enterwine 92. Parker 93. Dido La Universal 2019: Enterwine 92. Parker 93. Peñín 93. Dido La Universal 2018: Enterwine 92. Parker 93+. Peñín 92. Dido La Universal 2017: Enterwine 92. Parker 93+. Peñín 92. Dido La Universal 2016: Aged for 16 months. Enterwine 92. Parker 93. Peñín 91. Dido La Universal 2015: Enterwine 93. Peñín 92. Dido La Universal 2014: Parker 92. Peñín 93. Dido La Universal 2013: Parker 93 and Peñín 93. |
| Year | 2023 |
| Type | Red |
| D.O. | Montsant |
| Bottle size | 75 cl |
| Serving tempurature | 15-17ºC |
| Should this wine be decanted? | 30 minutes before serving |
| Does this wine follow the guidelines of biodynamic Farming? | No |
| Organic | Yes |
| Is this product free of sulfites? | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Ageing | Crianza |
| Type of ageing | Months in distinct containers |
| Number of months aged in Barrels | 14-16 |
| Parker's Score | 93 |
| Enterwine's Score | 92 |
| Media rating | 92 |
| Percentage of variety | Garnacha Tinta, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon. |
| Pairings | Aperitif, Bull meat, Chocolate, Cold meats, Duck, Grilled vegitables, Mushrooms, Paté, Pica Pica, Roasted red meats, semi-curred cheese, Smoked foods, Specialty Spanish prosciutto , Steak Tartare, Stew |
| Taste | Complex and Elegant, Fruity and Fresh, Tasty with barrel notes |
| Occasion | Aperitif, Appetizer, Business dinner, Dinner with friends, Family reunion |
