Wines Toro Bodegas Maurodos - San Román - 2019

Viniou Reviews

The 2019 Cuvée San Román from Bodegas Maurodos is an impressive red wine from the Toro DO in the Castile and León region of Spain. Featuring predominantly the Tinta de Toro grape, a local variant of Tempranillo, this wine showcases the bold and robust characteristics of the region's wines. 2019 was a notably good year in Toro, contributing to the balance of fruit and structure in this vintage. The terroir of Toro, characterised by its sandy and stony soils, adds a distinct minerality and depth to the wine, while the dry climate with warm days and cool nights helps to preserve the aromatic intensity and natural acidity.

Castile and León is famed for its rolling plateaus and ancient heritage of wine production, with the Toro region standing out for its particularly powerful and structured reds. The climate here is continental, featuring hot summers and cold winters, which helps to produce wines with profound concentration and ageing potential. Toro’s history in winemaking dates back to pre-Roman times, with the wines once prized for their strength and ability to withstand long voyages.

For perfect food pairings with this red, consider hearty and rich dishes that complement its intense flavours. A classic match would be grilled lamb with rosemary or a robust beef stew. For a regional pairing, try the wine with Spanish smoked chorizo or a traditional lamb dish such as "lechazo asado" – roast suckling lamb. These combinations enhance the wine's rich tannins and ripe fruit profile.

To fully enjoy the complexity of the Cuvée San Román, it is best served slightly below room temperature, around 16-18°C. Decanting for about an hour will further open up its bouquet and mellowness, allowing the depth and subtle nuances of this Spanish gem to shine through.