Valdehermoso Crianza - Bodegas Valderiz

With the Bodegas Valderiz Valdehermoso Crianza, a first-class red wine finds its way into the glass. It reveals a wonderfully dense, ruby-red color. The bouquet of this red wine from Castile and León delights with notes of blueberry, lily, mulberry, and lavender. Following the aromatics further, Mediterranean herbs, lovage, and juniper—enhanced by the oak influence—emerge.

The Valdehermoso Crianza from Bodegas Valderiz is the right choice for all connoisseurs who prefer it dry. At the same time, it never appears lean or austere, as one might naturally expect from a wine. This velvety red wine presents itself on the palate with power and complexity. Thanks to its moderate acidity, the Valdehermoso Crianza caresses the palate with a velvety feel, without sacrificing freshness. On the finish, this well-ageable red wine from the Castile and León wine-growing region impresses with remarkable length. Once again, hints of blackcurrant and lily appear.

Vinification of the Valdehermoso Crianza from Bodegas Valderiz

The basis for the powerful Valdehermoso Crianza from Castile and León is grapes of the Tempranillo variety. After being harvested by hand, the grapes are quickly brought to the winery. There they are selected and gently crushed. This is followed by fermentation in large oak vats at controlled temperatures. After fermentation, the wine matures for 18 months in French oak barrels.

Food pairing recommendation for the Valdehermoso Crianza from Bodegas Valderiz

Enjoy this Spanish red wine best at a serving temperature of 15–18°C as an accompaniment to leek tortilla, pumpkin casserole, or vegetable couscous with beef meatballs.

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