Carlos Serres Crianza

Product Description Carlos Serres Crianza captures the essence of Rioja with its 100% Tempranillo grapes. This Crianza boasts aromas of mature red fruit and delicate licorice hints. Enjoy its fresh and fruity taste, perfect for pairing with Mediterranean cuisine. Established in 1896, Carlos Serres remains a family-owned and operated winery, boasting nearly 150 acres of premium Rioja Alta vineyards with vines averaging 20+ years old. This Crianza is a testament to the dedication and expertise that have made Carlos Serres one of the most internationally-renowned and influential wineries in Spain.

Key Features

• Grape Variety: 100% Tempranillo
• Alcohol Content: 13.5%
• Aging Process: Aged for 14 months in French and American oak barrels, followed by an additional 6 months of refinement in the bottle.
• Tasting Notes: Cherry red color with a brilliant purple rim. Aromas of mature red fruit with a core of spice and delicate licorice hints. The wine is complex, well-structured, fresh, and fruity.
• Pairing: Perfectly complements Mediterranean cuisine such as fried fish or vegetable dishes, rice, pasta, pulses, red and white meats, and even cheeses.

Professional Ratings

• James Suckling: 90 - A fresh and easygoing Crianza that shows fresh raspberries, citrus, and spices. Light to medium body, fine tannins, and a fruity finish. Not the most complex red on Planet Wine, but very nicely done.