The 2009 Crianza is sourced from Rioja Alta and Alavesa: pure Tempranillo aged in French and American barrels for 12 months. It has a perfumed bouquet of ripe strawberry and Morello, with well-integrated oak that allows the fruit to shine. The palate is very supple and rounded on the entry with corpulent red cherry and cassis fruit. The finish is well-defined, crisp and vibrant, lingering nicely in the mouth.
— Wine Advocate, Aug 2012

“This lively red shows a savory character, with notes of smoke, game and herb framing a core of dried berry and balsamic flavors. Supple, featuring light, firm tannins.”
— Wine Spectator, Jan 2013