BODEGAS NEO
SENTIDO CRIANZA
D.O. RIBERA DEL DUERO • WINE OF SPAIN
"A deep awakening for the senses. A strictly dry Crianza Ribera del Duero, born from old vines, which masterfully combines fruit power with the finesse of French oak."
Elegant Structure, Terroir Character and the Nobility of Twelve Months of Aging
Bodegas Neo Sentido Crianza Red Wine is an oenological creation that pays homage to the opulence and seriousness of the great red wines of northern Spain. Crafted with passion and artisanal precision by the acclaimed firm Bodegas y Viñedos Neo, this great wine has its specific origin in old vines over 50 years old located in select plots of the famous D.O. Ribera del Duero Designation of Origin. It is unequivocally defined as a wine with a strictly dry profile, 100% vinified with the emblematic Tempranillo (Tinto Fino) grape. Its grandeur and refinement are forged through rigorous aging of 12 months in oak barrels (with a clear predominance of French oak), resulting in a robust yet docile Crianza, where seasoned black fruit and elegant tertiary nuances of wood coexist in a round and spectacular balance.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Bodegas y Viñedos Neo.
Region of Origin: D.O. Ribera del Duero, Castilla y León, Spain.
Grape Variety: 100% Tempranillo (Tinto Fino).
Wine Type: Still Crianza Red Wine.
Sweetness Classification: Dry.
Aging and Maturation: Meticulously aged for 12 months in selected oak barrels, comprising 85% French oak and 15% American oak with medium toast. Subsequently, it rests and is patiently refined in closed bottle racks to balance its tannic profile.
Alcohol Content: 14.5% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 14°C - 16°C.
SKU / MPN: ES-NEO-SENTIDOCRIANZA-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Exhibits a beautiful, dense and deep cherry red color with garnet highlights and well-preserved violet rims, high intensity, great brilliance and an elegant, slow-falling tear.
Nose: A complex, extremely distinguished and suggestive bouquet. Intense aromas of ripe black fruits such as blackberries, blueberries, and dried plums stand out, harmoniously intertwined with notes of licorice, black pepper, vanilla, toasted coffee, bitter cocoa, and subtle balsamic hints.
Palate: Broad, fleshy, and with superb personality on entry. On the palate, it is strictly dry, displaying a structured body guided by ripe, noble tannins perfectly polished by the oak. Its passage is enveloping and balanced by a lively acidity that provides great fluidity. It concludes in a long, elegant finish with magnificent spicy and fruity persistence.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Precise Gourmet Pairing: The excellent structure, volume, and strictly dry nature of this elegant Crianza make it the ideal companion for rich culinary meals. It harmonizes superbly with premium grilled or roasted red meat cuts (Rib Eye, New York strip, flank steak), Segovian-style suckling pig, braised lamb, and game birds like duck confit. It's the perfect ally for platters of fine Iberian cured meats, acorn-fed Iberian ham, and aged or cured cheeses. Within Mexican gastronomy, it's a magnificent label to pair with complex traditional moles, beef birria, or fine marinated cuts.
Suggested Moments:
- Business: A prestigious, balanced wine with a great oenological reputation, ideal for presiding over corporate business lunches or dinners with high gastronomic demands.
- Special Celebration: Its complex character and 12 months in barrel transform it into the ideal wine to grace important banquets, memorable anniversaries, and notable celebrations.
- "Carnita Asada" (Barbecue): An excellent label to elevate an exclusive weekend barbecue; its full body and mature tannins masterfully cut through the richness of grilled cuts.
- The Perfect Gift: An extraordinary and highly distinguished gift for enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate the classic, structured, and mature profile of Ribera del Duero.
- Family Meal: An ideal option for large weekend gatherings around elaborate stews, roasted meats, or traditional dishes shared with loved ones.
FAQs
What is the specific origin and winery of this red wine?
This distinguished red is masterfully crafted by the renowned and modern firm Bodegas y Viñedos Neo. Its specific origin comes strictly from selected old vines protected under the prestigious D.O. Ribera del Duero Designation of Origin, in Spain.
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
Bodegas Neo Sentido Crianza is a wine with a strictly dry profile. It has ripe and complex fruity notes reminiscent of dried plums on the nose, but on the palate, it is a fully fermented red wine, robust and free of any sweetness or residual sugar.
Is it necessary to decant or aerate this Crianza wine?
Due to its 12 months of aging in oak barrels and subsequent rest in bottle racks, it is strongly recommended to decant or aerate it 20 to 30 minutes before consumption. This helps the wine fully express its fruity complexity and soften its tannins on the first sip.
What is the aging potential of this bottle in my personal cellar?
Thanks to the excellent concentration of its old Tempranillo vineyards and its oak structure, this Crianza has a magnificent aging potential of 4 to 6 years under optimal conditions (horizontal bottle, constant temperature, and no light), where it will continue to gain finesse and roundness.
