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Dacu
Alberto Orte and Patrick Mata
Alberto Orte and Patrick Mata
Country of Origin: Spain
Location: Ribera del Duero
People: Jose Ortiz, Alberto Orte & Patrick Mata, Owners | Alberto Orte, Winemaker
Supplier: http://www.oleimports.com


Dacu is a pure, clean and juicy Tempranillo. Dacu means Great, or powerful in a Filipino Dialect. Why Dacu, you may ask, because it is the last name of Patrick Mata's best friends. This wine is made in his honor.

The High elevation Vineyards (1837 ft) , located in the town of El Raposo, contribute to the high contrast of day and night Temperatures enhancing the bright flavors of Tempranillo. The soil is composed of great amounts of limestone, clay and chalk.

Ribera del Guadiana is the 2nd largest appellation in the world after la Mancha. It is very similar in climate to Barossa Valley. The 2 grapes that grow best in this area for reds are Tempranillo and Garnacha.

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Dacu 2011 Tempranillo, Ribera del Guadiana DO Net Price Reviews —
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Reviews
Dacu 2011 Tempranillo, Ribera del Guadiana DO
Rating: 88

(aged for four months in stainless steel and three months in French oak): Opaque ruby. Aromas of violet, cassis, vanilla and woodsmoke. Slightly jammy black and blue fruits and mocha on the palate, along with a touch of bitterness. The supple finish shows good energy and a hint of refreshing spiciness.

- International Wine Cellar (10/1/2013)

Dacu 2011 Tempranillo, Ribera del Guadiana DO
Rating: 88

This 100% Tempranillo from the appellation of Ribera del Guadiana reveals lots of dense plum, black currant and cherry fruit intermixed with notions of licorice, camphor and spice. Aged in a combination of stainless steel and French oak for 3-4 months, it is a fruity, fleshy, succulent, somewhat in-your-face red wine that is fun to drink. Consume it over the next several years.

- The Wine Advocate (8/29/2013)