Flor de Pingus – Dominio de Pingus, Ribera del Duero
2024 Flor de Pingus is Peter Sisseck's highly coveted wine from Dominio de Pingus, produced primarily from Tinto Fino grapes from selected vineyards around La Horra in Ribera del Duero. In 2024, the wine consists of approximately 95% Tinto Fino and 5% Garnacha. The vintage combines concentrated red and dark fruit with floral nuances, herbs, subtle vanilla, and precise tannins. An intense, elegant, and cellar-worthy Ribera del Duero that showcases Peter Sisseck's characteristic combination of power and finesse.
About the product
Flor de Pingus is produced by Dominio de Pingus, founded by the Danish winemaker Peter Sisseck in Ribera del Duero in 1995. Flor de Pingus is often referred to as the estate's second wine to the cult wine Pingus, but over the years it has developed a strong identity and position in its own right.
2024 Flor de Pingus comes from a selection of vineyards around the village of La Horra. The vines are approximately 30-55 years old, and this year's blend contains about 5% Garnacha along with the dominant Tinto Fino – Ribera del Duero's local variety of Tempranillo. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
2024 was a challenging vintage, where frost in April reduced the harvest significantly. At Dominio de Pingus, work was carried out very precisely on the various plots, and the production of Flor de Pingus fell significantly compared to the previous year. Despite the challenges, the vintage shows great concentration, freshness, and balance. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
The wine is aged with a relatively modest proportion of new oak – about 10% in 2024 – which means that the barrel supports rather than dominates the fruit. The result is a wine with intensity and depth, yet with remarkable freshness and precision at the same time. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
About the region
Ribera del Duero lies along the Duero River in Castilla y León in northern Spain and is one of the country's most prestigious red wine regions. Tinto Fino is the region's most important grape and thrives in the continental climate with hot days, cool nights, and high-altitude vineyards.
Flor de Pingus has its core around La Horra, which is one of the most recognized areas in Ribera del Duero. Here, Peter Sisseck works with old vines and a strong focus on soil and terroir. The goal is not just maximum concentration, but to create wines with balance, freshness, and a clear sense of place.
Taste
Nose: Intense and perfumed with fresh red cherries, dark berries, and rosehips combined with floral notes, wild herbs, and a subtle hint of vanilla.
Palate: Concentrated, juicy, and precise with ripe fruit and impressive intensity. The freshness gives the wine energy, while the fine, youthful tannins create structure without making the wine heavy.
Finish: Long, elegant, and persistent with pure fruit, herbs, fine spices, and a subtle touch of oak. A harmonious finish with both power and finesse.
Serving and cellaring
Best served at 16-18°C in large Bordeaux glasses. 2024 Flor de Pingus is still very young and will benefit greatly from 1-2 hours in a decanter if served now. At the same time, the wine has excellent structure for cellaring, where the fruit, tannins, and spicy nuances will develop greater complexity and harmony.
What does it pair with?
2024 Flor de Pingus pairs particularly well with:
- Beef tenderloin, ribeye, and grilled beef
- Rack of lamb and slow-roasted lamb
- Game such as venison and roe deer
- Braised meat dishes with mushrooms and herbs
- Manchego and other mature firm cheeses
FAQ
Who makes Flor de Pingus?
Flor de Pingus is produced by Dominio de Pingus, which was founded by the Danish winemaker Peter Sisseck in Ribera del Duero. Sisseck is also behind the iconic and very rare Pingus.
Which grapes are in Flor de Pingus 2024?
2024 Flor de Pingus consists of approximately 95% Tinto Fino and 5% Garnacha. Tinto Fino is the local name for Tempranillo in Ribera del Duero. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Is Flor de Pingus the second wine to Pingus?
Flor de Pingus is commonly referred to as Dominio de Pingus' second wine, but it comes from other vineyards and has its own identity. Today, it is considered a coveted Ribera del Duero in its own right. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
How does 2024 Flor de Pingus taste?
The vintage combines red cherries and darker fruit with floral tones, wild herbs, and subtle vanilla. The palate is concentrated and intense, yet fresh and precise with fine tannins and a long finish. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Can 2024 Flor de Pingus be cellared?
Yes. The combination of concentration, freshness, and tannin structure makes 2024 Flor de Pingus extremely suitable for cellaring. It can be enjoyed young after proper aeration, but will develop greater complexity over the years.
What is the difference between PSI, Flor de Pingus, and Pingus?
PSI is Peter Sisseck's broader Ribera del Duero project based on grapes from many old vineyards in the region. Flor de Pingus is more closely linked to selected vineyards around La Horra and sits between PSI and the flagship Pingus in terms of quality. Pingus is produced in very small quantities from particularly old vines on a few selected plots.
