Numanthia Termes 2022 Toro is a powerful yet polished expression of Spains Toro regiondelivering the intensity of old-vine Tempranillo with remarkable balance and freshness. Deeply colored and richly textured, the wine layers dark berry fruit, spice, and earthy minerality over structured tannins. Crafted by the renowned Bodega Numanthia, Termes represents the estates vibrant, approachable style while still reflecting the rugged terroir that makes Toro one of Spains most compelling red-wine regions.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Bodega Numanthia is located in Toro, Castilla y Len, a historic Spanish wine region along the Duero River known for producing powerful reds from Tinta de Toro, the local clone of Tempranillo. The vineyards sit at elevations around 650750 meters, where intense sunlight and dramatic temperature swings produce grapes with exceptional concentration and structure.
The Termes cuve serves as the estates introduction to Toro while maintaining the same careful viticulture used for its flagship wines. Grapes come from organically farmed vineyards averaging roughly 2550 years of age, planted on sandy, clay, and limestone soils that help regulate water stress and enhance mineral complexity.
The wine is made from 100% Tinta de Toro (Tempranillo), highlighting the grapes naturally intense color, firm tannins, and dark fruit profile typical of the region.
Winemaking emphasizes both power and elegance:
- Careful hand-harvesting of old-vine fruit
- Extended maceration to build depth and structure
- Aging for about 14 months in French oak barrels, with only a portion of new oak to preserve fruit purity
The finished wine typically reaches around 15% ABV, reflecting Toros warm climate and ripe fruit concentration.
Critics Reviews
Recent vintages of Termes have earned strong praise from major critics.
James Suckling 94 Points
Suckling describes the wine as pretty and balanced with blackberry, chocolate and walnut aromas and flavors, noting its fine tannins and polished finish.
Robert Parkers Wine Advocate 92 Points (recent vintage)
The Wine Advocate highlights the wines juicy fruit character, approachable structure, and balanced tannins.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Blackberry, dark cherry, violet, cocoa, sweet spice, and subtle cedar.
Palate:
Full-bodied and expressive with ripe black fruits, chocolate, cinnamon, and earthy minerality.
Finish:
Long and structured with polished tannins, dark fruit, and savory spice.
These flavor elements reflect the wines balance of vibrant fruit, oak influence, and Toros naturally structured Tempranillo character.
Quick Overview
Recommended Service
Serving Temperature:
Serve at 6065F (1618C).
Decanting:
Decant 3045 minutes to allow the wines dark fruit and spice notes to fully open.
Food Pairings:
Excellent with grilled steak, lamb chops, Iberian pork, hearty stews, and aged Manchego cheese.
