When in Spain, do as a Dane

Danish Wine Producers in Spain

1. Bodegas Pingus

  • Vingård: Pingus
  • Vinmager: Peter Sisseck
  • Kvalitet: Pingus is one of the most renowned and prestigious wineries in Ribera del Duero, founded by Danish winemaker Peter Sisseck. The winery is known for its small production of high-quality wines, often commanding high prices due to their exclusivity and exceptional quality.
  • Topvine:
    • Pingus 2019: A wine with remarkable complexity, featuring rich fruit flavors balanced by spice and mineral notes. It is known for its intensity and depth.
    • Flor de Pingus 2020: A more accessible option compared to Pingus, but still of high quality, with a balance of fruit and structure that makes it enjoyable now or with a bit of aging.

Pingus Website

2. Bodegas Dominio de Pingus

  • Vingård: Dominio de Pingus
  • Vinmager: Peter Sisseck
  • Kvalitet: As an extension of the Pingus label, Dominio de Pingus produces high-quality wines that offer a slightly more approachable price point while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship.
  • Topvine:
    • Dominio de Pingus 2018: An elegant wine with a rich structure and complex bouquet of dark fruit and spices.
    • La Clarisa 2019: A lighter style wine, offering freshness and approachability, yet still showcasing the Ribera del Duero terroir.

Dominio de Pingus Website

3. Bodegas y Viñedos del Abad

  • Vingård: Bodegas y Viñedos del Abad
  • Vinmager: Jens Peter Sisseck
  • Kvalitet: Jens Peter Sisseck, also a Danish winemaker, has influenced this winery to produce high-quality wines that emphasize the unique terroir of Ribera del Duero.
  • Topvine:
    • Abadía Retuerta Selección Especial 2016: A complex and elegant wine with notes of dark fruit, spices, and a well-integrated tannin structure.
    • Abadía Retuerta Pago Negralada 2017: Known for its depth and concentration, making it a great option for aging.

Abadía Retuerta Website

4. Bodegas Heredad de Altillo

  • Vingård: Heredad de Altillo
  • Vinmager: Mikkel Larsen
  • Kvalitet: Heredad de Altillo is a smaller, yet promising winery where Mikkel Larsen applies his expertise to create quality wines with a focus on Ribera del Duero’s distinct characteristics.
  • Topvine:
    • Altillo Reserva 2017: Known for its balance and complexity, featuring notes of ripe fruit and a pleasant tannin structure.
    • Altillo Crianza 2018: A fresher, more approachable wine with good fruit character and depth.

5. Bodegas y Viñedos Torroja

  • Vingård: Bodegas y Viñedos Torroja
  • Vinmager: Søren Østergaard
  • Kvalitet: Torroja produces wines that reflect the unique qualities of Ribera del Duero, with Søren Østergaard bringing a wealth of experience and modern techniques to the winemaking process.
  • Topvine:
    • Torroja Reserva 2015: A well-balanced wine with complex fruit and spice notes, showcasing the region’s quality.
    • Torroja Crianza 2017: Features vibrant character and excellent structure, suitable for both current drinking and short-term aging.

6. Bodegas Pizarras de Otero

  • Vingård: Pizarras de Otero
  • Vinmager: Oskar Hansen
  • Kvalitet: Pizarras de Otero focuses on producing precise and deep wines in Ribera del Duero, with Oskar Hansen’s expertise ensuring high quality.

Latest travel articles