"The 2018 Crianza Ares is quite different from the new project, Voelos, which is more traditional. It's still Tempranillo de la Sonsierra, aged in French barrels for 12 months, but in a completely different style - here, fruit plays the main role. This is a very easy-drinking style of Crianza, with the oak in the background (or even further back...) with clean fruit and a vibrant palate with great freshness. It's perfect by the glass and as an accompaniment. " (Wine Advocate 2020)
Features
Estate
Bodegas Dios Ares
Cuvée
Crianza
Vintage
2018
Designation
Rioja
Region
Spain
Grape varieties
100% Tempranillo
Terroirs
Clay-limestone soils, Laguardia area
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
At optimum maturity
Winemaking
Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats (25ºC), pellicular maceration for 12 days
Breeding
12 months in French oak barrels, before completing bottle ageing
Alcohol content
14 %
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Cherry red with purple highlights
Nose
Very expressive, with aromas of red and black fruits in perfect woody harmony.
Mouth
Juicy, powerful and well-balanced, with very fruity nuances and a long, spicy finish of very ripe fruit.
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with Iberian charcuterie, lamb, fine red meats, cold meats and cheeses, tender meat stews...
Bodegas Dios Ares
Rioja
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2020 guide) 91/100 (Outstanding wine)
Domaine noté (guide 2020) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2018 Crianza Ares is quite different from the new project, Voelos, which is more traditional. It's still Tempranillo de la Sonsierra, aged in French barrels for 12 months, but in a completely different style - here, fruit plays the main role. This is a very easy-drinking style of Crianza, with the oak in the background (or even further back...) with clean fruit and a vibrant palate with great freshness. Perfect by the glass and as an accompaniment. 250,000 bottles produced.
About the domain :
Tim Atkin
Rated 91/100
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.4/5
out of 23 reviews
Note and review by M. CHRISTOPHE J. Published on 27/11/2023
In my opinion, a slightly overpriced rioja that is pleasant to drink but lacks a little finesse and density.
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Note and review by M. MICHAEL M. Published on 01/09/2023
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