TRIENNIA by Bodegas Portia
Triennia is a rare and iconic wine from the Portia estate in Spain’s exciting Ribera del Duero
region. It is the outcome of a venture that began in the 1990s, when the Martinez family
(owners of Bodegas Faustino, a leading producer of wines from Rioja), purchased nearly 400
acres of terrain, enjoying an eastern and southern orientation, in Ribero del Duero.
Vineyards were planted chiefly with Tempranillo (known locally as Tinta Fina del País).
The name Portia has a dual origin, both as a reference to the seventh satellite of the planet
Uranus (representing the pioneer, inventor, creator and artist according to astrology), and
the Latin word for a token offering made in ancient times as a symbol of gratitude toward
the elements in return for a healthy and abundant harvest.
Portia’s spectacular state-of-the-art winemaking facility is impressive. Commissioned by the
Martinez family, the project represents the first-ever winemaking bodega designed by
internationally famed architect Norman Foster, head of the award-winning London-based
design team, Foster + Partners.
PRODUCTION AREA
Country: Spain
Region: Ribera del Duero
The grapes grow at an altitude of 2,559 feet above sea level on sandy clay soils. Vineyards are
planted at an average density of 4,000 vines per acre.
The beautiful label design of Triennia is an aerial view of the spectacular winery which was
designed by famed architect Norman Foster.
GRAPE VARIETIES
100% Tinta Fina del País (Tempranillo)
PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES
Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature of 82ºF.
Malolactic fermentation is followed by several rackings before the wine is aged for a minimum of
15 months in French oak barrels.
DESCRIPTION
Color: Clean, bright and deep cherry red
Aroma: Intense aromas of blackcurrant, licorice and mocha
Taste: A powerful and well-balanced wine that has deep and complex notes of black fruits
and cocoa with a long, persistent finish.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Pairs great with chorizo, cured ham, egg-based dishes, grilled red meats with wild mushrooms,
hearty stews, fish (tuna, marlin and cod), calamari in squid ink, and semi-hard cheeses such as
manchego and gruyere.
BOTTLE SIZES
750 ml
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ANALYSIS
Alc.: 13%