Preludio de Sei Solo 2022

This is the "second wine" of the renowned Sei Solo winery, a project by Javier Zaccagnini in D.O. Ribera del Duero. It's a red focused on the pure expression of Tempranillo.

For Preludio de Sei Solo 2022 (Ribera del Duero), critic Luis Gutiérrez of

Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) gave 93 points.

Overall Profile: It stands out as a fresh, elegant wine, a remarkable feat for 2022, an extremely hot, dry year in the region.

Nose: Clean notes of fresh red fruit (such as cherries and raspberries), complemented by discreet floral touches and fine spice from oak ageing.

Palate: Described as having vibrant acidity and very fine, chalky tannins. Medium-bodied, it focuses more on the delicacy and purity of Tempranillo than on heavy extraction or alcoholic power.

Conclusion: Parker considers it one of Ribera del Duero's most consistent "second wines", praising the producer's ability to keep liveliness in a challenging climate.

The tasting notes by James Suckling for the 2022 "Preludio" wines are extremely complimentary, with a particular focus on texture and aromatic depth.

Score: 95 points.

Analysis: Suckling highlights an "unmistakable depth" in this wine.

Aromatic Notes: He describes fine oak spice, a touch of violets and dried meats, mixing with aromas of blackberries and fresh black cherries.

Structure: Defined as a full-bodied, rich red with "dusty" tannins. The fruit is described as solid and juicy, infused with a distinct chalky texture that gives a mineral character to the long, powerful finish.