Red

Crianza

Valdelacierva

Rioja · Spain

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Tempranillo
Country
Spain
Region
Rioja
Appellation
Rioja
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

lamb · pork · tapas · barbecue · aged cheeses · paella

Rated vintages

  • 201487 pts

    Savory, spicy, herbal berry aromas lead to a sinewy palate that's full of acidity and chop. Oaky plum flavors are woody and a bit muddled, while this wine tastes of oaky red fruits on a fiery finish.

  • 201290 pts

    Cherry, plum, vanilla and mild oak aromas feed into a medium-bodied, elegant palate with plum and cherry flavors supported by a touch of toasty oak and vanilla. Notes of café mocha and toast grace a crisp finish that isn't trying too hard.

  • 201189 pts

    Floral red-fruit aromas fold in herb and spice accents. This is a crisp, dry Rioja with plenty of oak character on the palate. Flavors of vanilla, wood spice, tomato and tobacco are authentic, while the finish is mellow, juicy and peppery, with a vanilla note.