The 2014 Crianza is 85% Tempranillo with 8% Merlot and 7% Cabernet Sauvignon matured in oak barrel for one year. It has abundant lactic notes and hints of sweet spices over a core of ripe berry fruit in an overall commercial profile. The palate is full-bodied, with ripe flavors and a slight bitterness in the finish. 160,000 bottles were produced in 2014.

Coffee, chocolate and raisin flavors mingle with ripe plum and loamy earth flavors in this thick red. Ripe and a bit ponderous, but the firm tannins are well-integrated. Shows enough acidity to stay lively. Drink now through 2024. 10,000 cases made, 550 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Ribera del Duero Select to Add