Ep 164: The wines of Ribera del Duero with Master of Wine Tim Atkin (Part 2)

To download the transcript CLICK HERE   Join us for Part 2 with Master of Wine Tim Atkin. Following our exploration of the Rioja region in the previous episode, we now turn our attention to the renowned Ribera del Duero. Tim recently unveiled his comprehensive report on this dynamic area, and he shares insights into what makes it so distinctive and prestigious. While Tempranillo takes center stage, we delve into an even older grape variety – Albillo Mayor, a parent of Tempranillo. Additionally Tim reveals the intricacies of composing his wine reports, shedding light on the meticulous process of tasting, evaluating, and ultimately assigning rankings to wineries and wines. To download Tim’s latest report on Ribera del Duero click here.   This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.   If you want to skip ahead:   02.37: Ribera del Duero Report  04.56: How time tastes wine and rates wineries 8.47: Sneak preview into some of Tim’s winners of best winery/winemaker of 2023 10.21: Pricing guides of Ribera wines 12.42: Vega Sicilia  17.58: Growing Tempranillo and the extreme conditions in Ribera del Duero 20.25:  Castilla y León - the heart of old Castile 22.08: The other red grape varieties of Ribera del Duero 23.50: Albillo Mayor - the white grape variety 28.33: Recommendation on where to visit and where to stay in Ribera del Duero 31.35: Soria - region with 200 year old vines 35.33: Quick fire fun round   Any thoughts or questions, do email me: [email protected] Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat   If you fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Until next time, Cheers to you! ------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------- THE EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT PODCAST HAS BEEN FEATURED IN DECANTER MAGAZINE, RADIO TIMES AND FEED SPOT AS THE 6TH BEST UK WINE MAKING PODCAST