Carmelo Rodero wines always stand out from their peers, impressing with greater sobriety and nobility. This Crianza is no exception—quite the opposite—it offers everything one would expect from a great Ribera red of this category, with an added touch of elegance. Extremely well-balanced and smooth, it is an imposing wine in its youth and refined in its maturity. It captivates the eye and delights the nose, but it is on the palate where its true charm unfolds, thanks to a finely grained texture and precise acidity. Delicate notes of cinnamon, clove, pepper, and vanilla from the oak blend harmoniously with the perfect ripeness and ideal tannic structure of exceptionally high-quality grapes. The tannins spread across the palate without drying it out, as they are perfectly integrated into the wine’s juicy fruit profile. Malt and cocoa dominate the finish, rounding out a wine of great precision that conveys a strong winery identity while still reflecting the unique character of each vintage.