In the village of Quintanamanvirgo, there are about 100 residents. 85 of them work at Bodegas Torremoron, and the rest work at the local bar. Wine here is the lifeblood of the community, and everyone is connected to the work of the winery. Torremoron’s vineyards live in the heart of Ribeira del Duero with it’s classic high desert climate barely moderated by the Duero river to the south. The vines are more than a century old and look the part, gnarled and twisted bush vines that yield small, concentrated crops. While Ribeira del Duero is rightly famous for brooding, dense wines that need time in the cellar, Bodegas Torremoron’s wines are made very much by and for the people. Fermented and aged in stainless steel, this Tempranillo offers plenty of power and structure, but it’s for tonight’s barbecue or roasted duck rather than a spot in the cellar. The nose begins with blackberries, blackcurrants, and black raspberries cooked into a compote, dashed with orange juice, and set in pie crust with additional accents of sun-baked earth and slate. The palate is full and lush textured, with deep black fruits and a dash of orange mixed with clay and dried herbs. This wine has four square tannis that build over the course of the meal, so pair the wine with sturdy food.