Abadía San Quirce Finca Helena
History and winery
Finca Helena is the most personal wine from Abadía San Quirce, crafted in La Aguilera, Burgos, in the very heart of the D.O. Ribera del Duero. It comes from selected high-quality Tempranillo (Tinta Fina) vineyards, some of them century-old. Its ageing combines tradition and modern techniques to express the authentic character of the Ribera terroir.
Style and ageing
- Grape variety: Tempranillo (Tinta Fina)
- Ageing: 24 months in French and American oak barrels
- Bottle rest: minimum 12 months before release to market
- Style: elegant, complex, with great ageing potential
Tasting note – Finca Helena
- Appearance: Deep red with violet highlights, bright and profound.
- Nose: Ripe black fruit (blackberries, plums) combined with cocoa, tobacco, fine spices and subtle oak notes.
- Palate: Broad, enveloping and silky. Fine tannins, balanced structure, long and persistent finish.
- Overall impression: Powerful and elegant, inviting you to enjoy every sip as a gourmet moment.
Recommended pairings
- Grilled or stewed red meats
- Roast lamb or traditional stews
- Iberian charcuterie and acorn-fed hams
- Cured and semi-cured cheeses
- Also enjoyable on its own, as a meditation wine
Nutritional information (per 100 ml approx.)
(Indicative values, depending on vintage)
- Energy: 80–85 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 2–3 g
- Sugars: <0.5 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Protein: <0.1 g
- Salt: 0 g Alcohol: 14% vol. (approx.)
Allergens
- Contains sulphites naturally
- Does not contain gluten, dairy or other common allergens
Winery location
- Bodegas Abadía San Quirce
- Location: La Aguilera (Aranda de Duero, Burgos)
- D.O.: Ribera del Duero
- Vineyards on clay and limestone soils, with strong thermal contrast between day and night, which brings freshness, concentration and longevity to the wines
Abadía San Quirce Finca Helena is a premium, elegant and complex wine, designed for demanding palates seeking a complete gourmet experience and the authenticity of Ribera del Duero in every glass.