Vina Real Rioja Crianza 750 ml
Country: Spain /
Region: Rioja /
Style: Wine /
Size: 750 ml /
Vintage: 2022 /
Sku: 2846
James Suckling93 Points
The Wine Advocate91 Points
Jeb Dunnuck92 Points
Suggested Food Pairing:
Charcuterie-Cheese
Duck
Game
Lamb
Pork
Reviews
James Suckling93 Points
The Wine Advocate91 Points
Jeb Dunnuck92 Points
JS James Suckling: 93 Points
Mocha, toffee and spiced plums on the nose of this creamy, spicy red. It’s medium- to full-bodied with firm but fine and powdery tannins. Chocolate notes to close. Vegan. Drink from 2026.
WA The Wine Advocate: 91 Points
The 2022 Viña Real Crianza was produced with 90% Tempranillo and 10% Garnacha, Mazuelo and Graciano that fermented destemmed in stainless steel and matured in French and American oak barrels for 13 to 14 months. It achieved 13.7% alcohol, has a pH of 3.55 and 5.4 grams of acidity. This is a champion in drinkability, with enough complexity and depth, and is balanced and polished. It's very enjoyable, quite fruit-driven and a bit vinous. A surprise for 2022.
JD Jeb Dunnuck: 92 Points
The 90% Tempranillo and 10% Garnacha, Mazuelo, and Graciano in the 2021 Vina Real Crianza are grown only in Rioja Alavesa from the winery’s own vines, with the intent of showcasing the area. Fresh, lively acidity balances dusty tannins and full-bodied berry fruit, the oak well-integrated in the background. Age 10-12 years.