The Viña Cubillo Tinto Crianza 2016 is surprising, spectacular, elegant, clean, and fresh like few vintages before it. It was a superb year, with quality, quantity, and freshness. It is the complete opposite of the 2015 vintage, which was much warmer and riper. The 2016s have a moderate alcohol content and, above all, a perception of less maturity (even though the alcohol content is very similar). It seems very young, still quite primary. Mercedes explained: "Cubillas, a 24-hectare plot, is a vineyard that could produce Gran Reserva wines. It's a very good vineyard, but we would be missing the Crianza in our range." In fact, the comment was that this vintage is even a challenge for the Viña Tondonia red "because of its price." It is indeed a good deal. "But it doesn't have the finesse of Tondonia," concludes María José. "In any case, it's super tasty." (Wine Advocate 2024)
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Eye
Light garnet color, brilliant disc
Nose
Freshness and finesse, cherry jam, plum, orange zest complemented by subtle minty notes.
Mouth
Supple, firm tannins, balanced and vibrant, juicy with delicious fruit, long, mouthwatering finish
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2032
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with beef tartare, flank steak with shallots and rosemary, or a platter of fine charcuterie...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2024 guide) 94/100 (Outstanding wine)
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
The Viña Cubillo Tinto Crianza 2016 is surprising, spectacular, elegant, clean, and fresh like few vintages before it. It was a superb year, with quality, quantity, and freshness. It is the complete opposite of the 2015 vintage, which was much warmer and riper. The 2016 wines have a moderate alcohol content and, above all, a perception of less maturity (even though the alcohol content is very similar). It seems very young, still quite primary. Mercedes explained: "Cubillas, a 24-hectare plot, is a vineyard that could produce Gran Reserva wines. It's a very good vineyard, but we would be missing the Crianza in our range." In fact, the comment was that this vintage is even a challenge for the Viña Tondonia red "because of its price." It is indeed a good deal. "But it doesn't have the finesse of Tondonia," concludes María José. In any case, it is extremely flavorful. 2024-2032
Vinous
Wine rated (2023 guide) 94/100
About wine:
The Crianza Viña Cubillo 2016, from Haro in Rioja Alta, underwent a three-year aging process in used oak barrels. Garnet in color, the wine reveals seductive notes of cherry marmalade, complemented by herbaceous and mentholated notes. Dry, intense, and quite grippy, the 2016 also has a slightly chalky texture. Firm and juicy, with a vibrant core, it presents itself as a flavorful red in its primary state. I expect further bottle aging to reveal deeper complexities, and I look forward to revisiting it in the years to come. 2024-2032
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 94/100
Rated Recommended
About wine:
Tasty berries with aromas of white pepper, blood orange peel, candied plums, iron, and a hint of dust. Still quite structured and intense, with medium to full body, but juicy and long. Drink now or hold.
Customer rating
4.1/5
based on 7 reviews
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