"Intense cherry and ripe fruit, the oak adds a creamy texture. Floral and mountain herb notes. The palate is powerful, with ripe, spicy tannins." (Guia Penin 2019) A trip to Spain!
Features
Estate
Bodegas Diez-Caballero
Cuvée
Crianza
Vintage
2016
Designation
Alavesa
Region
Spain
Grape varieties
Tempranillo 100 %
Terroirs
Clay-limestone
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Fermentation in concrete tanks
Breeding
15 months in French and American barrels
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Brilliant color
Nose
Fresh dark fruit, notes of milk chocolate with a hint of hazelnut
Mouth
Firm attack, medium body, silky tannins, tasty finish
Serve
AT 16°C
Drink from
2019
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairing
Perfect with slow-cooked dishes, grilled vegetables or typical charcuterie...
Bodegas Diez-Caballero
Rioja
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Guide Penin
Rated 92/100
About the wine:
Intense cherry and ripe fruit, the oak brings a creamy texture, floral notes and mountain herbs. The palate is powerful, with ripe, spicy tannins.
James Suckling
Rated 91/100
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.3/5
out of 19 reviews
Note and review by M. MAXENCE B. Published on 22/08/2019
This wine disappointed me, its imprint on the palate doesn't transport you...
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Note and review by M. PATRICE P. Published on 20/05/2019
13+/20. Astringent. Unsuccessful maturation. Disappointing!
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Note and review by M. GUY C. Published on 18/09/2023
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Note and review by M. JEAN MARC C. Published on 14/12/2022
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Note and review by M. ANDREES B. Published on 16/01/2021
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Note and review by Mme ANNIE P. Published on 14/12/2020
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Note and review by M. GAETAN M. Published on 31/01/2020
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Note and review by M. SYLVAIN G. Published on 25/01/2020
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Note and review by M. BERTRAND B. Published on 24/01/2020
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Note and review by Mme MARIE ANNICK P. Published on 20/01/2020
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