Darcio Mater

Darcio Mater is made from 100% Tempranillo grapes grown in Rioja Alta, Spain. Its distinctive winemaking process is based on the traditional trasnocho, or vino de repiso, technique.

The grape skins are left to drain overnight, allowing the remaining wine to be collected gently. This technique is intended to obtain a cleaner, more refined wine while preserving fruit concentration and complexity.

Darcio Mater undergoes malolactic fermentation in oak barrels and is bottled approximately three months later. Unlike Darcio Reserva, which undergoes 24 months of oak ageing, Mater is designed to retain a fresher, fruit-driven character.

Darcio Mater displays an intense cherry-red colour with elegant violet reflections, excellent clarity and pronounced tears in the glass. On the nose, it reveals delicate floral aromas of violets and lilacs, followed by vibrant notes of strawberries, raspberries and redcurrants, complemented by subtle hints of minerals and liquorice. On the palate, the wine is juicy, fleshy and fruit-forward, offering rich flavours of blackberries, currants and liquorice. Its smooth texture and refreshing character lead to a pleasant, lingering finish, making it an expressive and approachable red wine.

Darcio Mater's fruit-forward character makes it suitable for grilled meats, poultry, tapas and moderately seasoned dishes.

Recommended pairings include roast chicken, grilled lamb, beef, pork, Spanish cured meats and mushroom-based dishes. For Chinese cuisine, it would pair well with Cantonese roast duck, char siu, black pepper beef and cumin lamb.