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Bodegas Dios Ares - Rioja Crianza 2018

Bodegas Dios Ares - Rioja Crianza 2018

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3.4/5 (27 customers)

91/100

Robert Parker

91/100

Tim Atkin

Spain
Tempranillo
fruity
freshness
barbecue
fun guaranteed

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"The 2018 Crianza Ares is quite different from the new project, Voelos, which is more traditional. It’s still made from Tempranillo grapes from Sonsierra, aged in French oak barrels for 12 months, but in a completely different style—here, the fruit takes center stage. It’s a very easy-drinking Crianza, with the oak in the background (or even further back...) and crisp fruit, along with a vibrant palate and great freshness. It’s perfect by the glass and as a food pairing.” (Wine Advocate 2020)

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Estate

Bodegas Dios Ares

Vintage

Crianza

Vintage

2018

Designation

Rioja

Region

Spain

Grape varieties

100% Tempranillo

Terroirs

Clay-limestone soils, Laguardia area

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

At peak ripeness

Winemaking

Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (25°C), with skin contact for 12 days

Livestock farming

Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, then finished in the bottle

Alcohol content

14%

Eye

A cherry-red color with purple highlights

Nose

Very expressive, with aromas of red and black fruits in perfect harmony with woody notes

Palate

Juicy, powerful, and well-balanced, with very fruity notes and a long, spicy finish featuring very ripe fruit

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

1 hour before

Drink before

2026

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy it with Iberian cured meats, lamb, a nice cut of red meat, cold cuts and cheeses, or a tender meat stew...

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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2020 guide) 91/100 (Excellent wine)

Rated estate (2020 guide) 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 made from Tempranillo grapes from Sonsierra, aged in French oak barrels for 12 months, but in a completely different style—here, the fruit takes center stage. It’s a very easy-drinking Crianza, with the oak in the background (or even further back...) alongside crisp fruit and a vibrant palate with great freshness. It’s perfect by the glass and as a food pairing. 250,000 bottles produced.

About the estate:

 

Tim Atkin

Tim Atkin

Wine rated 91/100

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