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: Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot & Petit Verdot

Alcohol Content / Volume: 14.5% / 750ml

First Vintage Released: 1995

Ratings: (2019) 90 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 Selección Especial 2020 is a masterful blend of Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, and Petit Verdot that reflects the character of its historic estate in Castilla y León. Aged for around 12–16 months in French and American oak barrels, it reveals aromas of ripe blackberry, plum, and cherry layered with herbal, balsamic, and subtle spicy notes. The palate is fresh yet structured, with soft tannins, lively acidity, and a long, harmonious finish. Highly acclaimed by critics, this elegant red pairs beautifully with roasted red meats, grilled lamb, game, and mature cheeses, and has the depth to be enjoyed now or cellared for years to come.