Guelbenzu Lautus 2016 is a sublime representation of the La Lombana vineyard, a project by the prestigious Guelbenzu family in the Ribera del Queiles. This wine results from a meticulous blend of Bordeaux and Spanish varieties aimed at combining power and elegance with great aging potential. The careful aging in new barrels and prolonged bottle resting result in a complex, refined red wine ready for enjoyment. The 2016 vintage features a deep and balanced profile, where ripe fruit merges with aging notes. It has been rated at 92 points by James Suckling, 92 by the Guía Peñín, and 90 by Tim Atkin, establishing itself as one of the best vintages of Lautus. On the nose, it offers notes of blackberry, ripe plum, and liqueur-like red fruits, complemented by cedar, cocoa, tobacco, sweet spices, balsamics, and mineral hints. On the palate, it is broad, fleshy, and elegant, with mature tannins, excellent structure, balanced freshness, and a long finish filled with dark fruit and spicy touches. Ideal for pairing with ribeye steak, duck magret, roast lamb, game meats, and aged cheeses.