Crianza Ribero del Duero Tempranillo

Great traditional Tempranillo. Smooth and delicious and a great value

Crianza 2012

Médium body some fruit flavor

Ruby red color, fruity nose, Forward oak and dark blackberry fruit.

Rojo intenso. Potente. Frutos negros.

Good concentration on black fruits with nice integrated oaked vanilla and spice. The rich and well balanced palate shows a bit more earthy notes. A bit meaty as well. Snappy acidity and grippy tannins.

This RdD Crianza still feels young, and can hold its own against a lot of the higher priced Reserva.

From magnum. 30 minutes decant. I was amazed by the understated elegance from such an inexpensive wine. From the initial aroma of red cherry, cedar, raspberry, and blackberry to the secondary note of dried herbs, smoke meat and roasted coffee beans, from the warm and smooth palate to the long finish, everything was done subtly. Amazing value.

Smooth yet strong taste but not overpowering

Elegance and purity of tempranillo

Pretty good although a bit expensive...