Winery: Abadia Retuerta

Country/Region: Spain, Castilla y Leon, Sardon del Duero. Vino de La Tierra de Castilla

Date Winery was established: 1960s

Grape Variety: Sauvignon Blanc, Verdejo

Alcohol Content / Volume: 14% / 750ml

First Vintage Released: 1996

Ratings: 93 pts. Robert Parker / 93 pts. Wine Spectator

Decanting Time: Decant for an hour and this wine will continue evolving on your glass. Best serve at 18°C.

Our suggestion for decanting time is based on bottles we tried at Txanton over 2025. We guarantee Txanton stocks are imported and maintained on a proper storage with right temperature and humidity.

Good to Know: Nestled in the heart of Castilla y León, Abadía Retuerta is a historic Spanish estate where winemaking tradition meets modern innovation. Established in a restored 12th-century monastery, the winery lies just outside the Ribera del Duero appellation, allowing it the freedom to craft exceptional “Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León” wines. Its 700-hectare estate is home to meticulously managed vineyards planted with Tempranillo alongside Bordeaux varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot, producing wines of remarkable depth and character.

Abadía Retuerta Pago Garduña 2020 is an exquisite single-varietal Syrah from one of Abadía Retuerta’s finest estate plots in Castilla y León. Hand-harvested and meticulously de-stemmed, the wine undergoes ~25 days of maceration followed by 17-20 months in French oak barrels, crafting a full-bodied profile without hardness. Expect intense aromas of black plum, blackberry and violet, layered with spice, toast, and balsamic nuances, and a palate that is polished, expressive, and long: rich yet balanced with refined tannins and lingering depth. With ~14.5% ABV and strong ratings from Parker, Peñín and others, this is a wine built for savoury pairings like grilled or roasted red meats, game, or mature cheeses—and for those who appreciate a bold yet elegant Syrah.