DEHESA DE LOS CANÓNIGOS CRIANZA 2023
RED WINE RIBERA DEL DUERO SPAIN 750ML
SPAIN • RIBERA DEL DUERO • SIGNATURE BLEND RED WINE (DRY)
"The emblematic flagship of Bodegas Dehesa de los Canónigos in the historic heart of Ribera del Duero's Golden Mile. The 2023 vintage masterfully combines the expressiveness of Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) with the structured touch of Cabernet Sauvignon, after careful aging for 15 months in medium-toast, fine-grain American oak barrels. This dry red shines with a lively cherry color and intense aromas of ripe red fruits, cherries in liqueur, notes of cocoa, chocolate bonbons, licorice, and balsamic nuances. On the palate, it stands out for its balance, silky texture, polished tannins, and an enveloping freshness with a long and refined finish."
Tradition and Nobility in the Golden Mile of Ribera del Duero
The Dehesa de los Canónigos Crianza 2023 Red Wine 750ml is the most faithful reflection of the historic estate located in Pesquera de Duero (Valladolid, Spain), a unique place in the D.O. Ribera del Duero surrounded by vineyards and pine forests. Produced by Bodegas Dehesa de los Canónigos, this dry red wine blends hand-selected Tinto Fino and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Its 15 months of enriching aging in American oak barrels give it superb balance between luscious fruit, noble spices, and smoothness on the palate, making it an essential benchmark of Castilian elegance.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Winery: Bodegas Dehesa de los Canónigos (Sanz Cid Family).
Region of Origin: Pesquera de Duero, Valladolid, Castilla y León, Spain (D.O. Ribera del Duero).
Grape Variety: Blend of 88% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) and 12% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Aging / Production: 15 months in fine-grain, medium-toast American oak barrels, followed by bottle aging.
Vintage: 2023.
Flavor Classification: Dry (Balanced, smooth, flavorful, with sweet tannins and excellent freshness).
Alcohol Content: 14.0% Alc. Vol.
Presentation: 750 ml bottle.
Serving Temperature: Serve between 16°C and 18°C (It is suggested to air or decant briefly before consumption).
Barcode / EAN: 8437020273022
SKU / MPN: ES-DEHESACANONIGOS-CRIANZA-2023-750
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Attractive, brilliant cherry-red color with intense ruby rims, medium-high intensity, clean and luminous.
Nose: Of remarkable aromatic complexity. Initially, notes of ripe red and black fruit, cherries in liqueur, and blackberries are appreciated, softly integrated with toasted hints, coffee bean, chocolate bonbon, fine spices, and balsamic nuances of licorice and scrubland.
Palate: Gentle and very structured entry. It shows an enveloping, round, and fruity progression with elegant barrel notes. Its polished tannins and soft acidity provide a sensation of freshness, leading to a pleasant, flavorful, and very persistent finish.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
High-End Gourmet Pairing: Its versatility and tannic harmony make Dehesa de los Canónigos Crianza 2023 an extraordinary accompaniment for grilled or roasted red meats (beef, beef entrecote, chorizo steak), Castilian roasts (suckling lamb, wood-fired roasted lamb, suckling pig), meat cannelloni, game stews, artisanal pâtés, acorn-fed Iberian cured meats, traditional spoon dishes, and aged or semi-aged sheep's cheeses (Manchego, Zamorano).
Suggested Moments:
- Family Meal: The classic accompaniment par excellence to enhance Sunday feasts and family roasts.
- Barbecue (Gourmet Grill): Excellent for accompanying fine cuts of meat, gourmet choripanes, and grilled skewers.
- Summer (Outdoor Evening Gatherings): Its freshness and silky tannins allow it to be enjoyed on terraces during summer evenings accompanied by a good Iberian cold cuts board.
- The Perfect Gift: An emblematic label from Ribera del Duero that always succeeds as a corporate or personal gift.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
What is the specific origin and winery of this wine?
It is produced in Pesquera de Duero, Valladolid (D.O. Ribera del Duero), Spain, by the historic winery Dehesa de los Canónigos.
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
Dehesa de los Canónigos Crianza 2023 is a dry red wine, very balanced, silky, and with great fruit expression.
What grape varieties make up this wine and how is it aged?
It contains a blend of 88% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) and 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged for 15 months in medium-toast, fine-grain American oak barrels.
At what temperature is it recommended to serve and does it require decanting?
It is recommended to serve at a temperature between 16°C and 18°C. It is advisable to open or decant a few minutes before consumption to favor the opening of its complex aromas of cocoa and ripe fruit.