Crianza Ribera del Duero DO - Bodegas Portia

In the glass, the Crianza Ribera del Duero from Bodegas Portia reveals a dense ruby-red color. When held at a slight angle, a transition of the color toward garnet can be seen at the rims of this barrel-aged wine. The initial nose of the Crianza Ribera del Duero presents blueberries, plums, and mulberries. The fruity components of the bouquet are joined by notes from barrel aging such as vanilla, cocoa bean, and oriental spices.

On the palate, the Crianza Ribera del Duero from Bodegas Portia starts off wonderfully dry, firm, and aromatic. On the tongue, this powerful red wine is characterized by an exceedingly meaty texture. The finish of this matured red wine from the Castile and León wine region, more precisely from Ribera del Duero DO, ultimately impresses with remarkable length.

Vinification of the Crianza Ribera del Duero from Bodegas Portia

The powerful Crianza Ribera del Duero from Spain is a varietal wine made from the Tempranillo grape. After the harvest, the grapes are quickly brought to the winery, where they are sorted and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in large wooden vats at controlled temperatures. After fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. Once the wine is finished, the Crianza Ribera del Duero is carefully harmonized.

Food recommendation for the Crianza Ribera del Duero from Bodegas Portia

Enjoy this red wine from Spain best at a serving temperature of 15–18°C as an accompaniment to boeuf bourguignon, ossobuco, or fried calf’s liver with apples, onions, and balsamic sauce.

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