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Dominio Del Soto Ribera Del Duero Crianza 2015 750ml

size
750ml
country
Spain
appellation
Ribera Del Duero
VM
91
WA
90
WS
90
Additional vintages
2015 2014
VM
91
Rated 91 by Vinous Media
Opaque ruby. Smoke-accented cherry and cassis aromas, complicated by hints of mocha and cured tobacco. Spice-accented dark fruit flavors are enlivened by a jolt of zesty minerality, which adds back-end lift and focus. A licorice note emerges on the persistent finish, which is given grip by dusty, even tannins. ... More details
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Dominio Del Soto Ribera Del Duero Crianza 2015 750ml

SKU 869868
$21.10
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Professional Ratings
VM
91
WA
90
WS
90
VM
91
Rated 91 by Vinous Media
Opaque ruby. Smoke-accented cherry and cassis aromas, complicated by hints of mocha and cured tobacco. Spice-accented dark fruit flavors are enlivened by a jolt of zesty minerality, which adds back-end lift and focus. A licorice note emerges on the persistent finish, which is given grip by dusty, even tannins.
WA
90
Rated 90 by Wine Advocate
I also tasted the 2015 Crianza, which matured in 20% new barrels with some time in concrete vats before bottling. This is the selection from the best plots of their vineyards, slightly higher on the slope and with whiter soils, rich in marl, where they got riper grapes. It has high ripeness, 15% alcohol and relatively low acidity, but still does not feel overripe or alcoholic. It seems to have found its balance in an XL way, with a little bit the Chapoutier style of ripe tannins, not through extraction, but polishing them (polymerisation), often with some time in concrete. In fact in 2016 they purchased some concrete vats. The idea is to bottle it in spring 2017 (May/June), for sure before the summer. 18,000 bottles produced.
WS
90
Rated 90 by Wine Spectator
A meaty red, with dusty earth and savory spice details infused into the cherry and currant notes. Full, plush tannins give structure with accents of wild herb, anise and orange peel dominating the finish. Drink now through 2026. 3,000 cases made, 150 cases imported.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Spain
appellation
Ribera Del Duero
Additional vintages
2015 2014
Overview
Opaque ruby. Smoke-accented cherry and cassis aromas, complicated by hints of mocha and cured tobacco. Spice-accented dark fruit flavors are enlivened by a jolt of zesty minerality, which adds back-end lift and focus. A licorice note emerges on the persistent finish, which is given grip by dusty, even tannins.
green grapes

Varietal: Tempranillo

The wines made from the Tempranillo grape varietal have gone down in history as being some of the finest in the world, with the Spanish region of Riot being one of the most famed and respected examples of a quality red wine made with this grape. Elsewhere in the world, the Tempranillo grape has had plenty of success, and grows best in regions with a mixture of hot sunshine and cooling breezes. These grapes hold plenty of intense and interesting flavors, and are often said to hold many of the most sought after flavors to be found in a red wine. Leather, tobacco, plums and herbs are often noted in wines made with Tempranillo grapes, and the blended wines made with this varietal are often seen at the top of world rankings.
barrel

Region: Castilla Y Leon

Castilla y Leon, in the heart of Spain, is a fascinating wine region with plenty of history, tradition and character going into each and every bottle which is produced there. The expansive, dry and arid plateau of Castilla y Leon means that the grapevines which grow there have to work hard to reach the moisture below ground, resulting in grapes which express plenty of the terroir they grow in, and thus reveal lots of flavor, aromas and the character of the region itself. Despite the difficult conditions and the blazing heat of Castilla y Leon, plenty of grape varietals grow there. As such, there is a wide range of red and white wines associated with the area, and wineries have generations of experience and expertise in making the most of the fruits they cultivate.
fields

Country: Spain

Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.

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green grapes

Varietal: Tempranillo

The wines made from the Tempranillo grape varietal have gone down in history as being some of the finest in the world, with the Spanish region of Riot being one of the most famed and respected examples of a quality red wine made with this grape. Elsewhere in the world, the Tempranillo grape has had plenty of success, and grows best in regions with a mixture of hot sunshine and cooling breezes. These grapes hold plenty of intense and interesting flavors, and are often said to hold many of the most sought after flavors to be found in a red wine. Leather, tobacco, plums and herbs are often noted in wines made with Tempranillo grapes, and the blended wines made with this varietal are often seen at the top of world rankings.
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Region: Castilla Y Leon

Castilla y Leon, in the heart of Spain, is a fascinating wine region with plenty of history, tradition and character going into each and every bottle which is produced there. The expansive, dry and arid plateau of Castilla y Leon means that the grapevines which grow there have to work hard to reach the moisture below ground, resulting in grapes which express plenty of the terroir they grow in, and thus reveal lots of flavor, aromas and the character of the region itself. Despite the difficult conditions and the blazing heat of Castilla y Leon, plenty of grape varietals grow there. As such, there is a wide range of red and white wines associated with the area, and wineries have generations of experience and expertise in making the most of the fruits they cultivate.
fields

Country: Spain

Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.