DIAMANTE CRIANZA RED WINE
750 ML BOTTLE • D.O.CA. RIOJA
D.O.CA. RIOJA • LOGROÑO, SPAIN
"A classic, elegant, and perfectly oak-aged Rioja Crianza red. The century-old expertise of Bodegas Franco-Españolas expressed in a structured, silky, and deeply aromatic profile."
Rioja Oenological Tradition, Oak Aging, and Formidable Elegance
The Diamante Crianza Red Wine 750 ml brings the distinction of the renowned Bodegas Franco-Españolas winery, founded in 1890 in the legendary area of Logroño (Rioja Alta), into a standard-sized bottle perfect for sharing at the table. This wine has a strictly dry profile and proudly bears the prestigious Crianza seal of guarantee from the D.O.Ca. Rioja. Crafted from a careful selection of Tempranillo, Mazuelo, and Graciano grapes, it undergoes a patient minimum aging of 12 months in American oak barrels, which imparts complexity, silky tannins, roundness on the palate, and unmistakable spicy and vanilla notes, available at LaCava.shop.
1. Technical Product Details
Product Name: Diamante Crianza Red Wine 750 ml.
Winery / Producer: Bodegas Franco-Españolas.
Specific Region of Origin: D.O.Ca. Rioja (Logroño, Rioja Alta), Spain.
Grape Varieties: Tempranillo, Mazuelo, and Graciano.
Wine Type: Crianza Red Wine.
Sweetness Classification: Dry (Complete fermentation with minimal residual sugars and structured wood aging).
Aging: 12 to 14 months in American oak barrels, followed by further refinement in the bottle.
Alcohol Content: 13.5% Vol.
Net Content: 750 ml bottle.
Serving Temperature: 14°C - 16°C.
SKU / MPN: ES-BFE-DIAMANTE-TINTO-CRIANZA-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Intense ruby red with medium-high intensity, clean, bright, and elegant garnet reflections on the rim.
Nose: Deep and harmonious nose. Fine aromas of ripe red and black fruit (cherries, plums, blackberries) perfectly integrated with hints of toasted oak, vanilla, cocoa, coconut, and subtle spicy notes stand out.
Palate: Structured, enveloping, and gentle entry. It features ripe and well-polished tannins, balanced fresh acidity, and a long, lingering, and toasted finish.
3. Oenological Tasting Profile
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Precise Gourmet Pairing (Extended): Thanks to its versatility, gentle tannins, and perfect oak balance, it is an excellent culinary companion. It pairs magnificently with grilled red meat cuts (rib eye, New York, skirt steak), roasted lamb chops, suckling pig, Iberian charcuterie and Serrano ham boards, semi-cured and cured sheep or Manchego cheeses, traditional stews, beef stews, Bolognese lasagna, meat empanadas, grilled beef tacos, and spiced pasta with tomato-based sauces.
Suggested Occasions:
- Barbecue: The quintessential companion to enhance juicy cuts, choripanes, and grilled appetizers during weekends.
- Family Meal: Ideal for sharing at the center of the table during weekend family lunches and banquets.
- Romantic Dinner: Adds distinction and elegance to pair with a special anniversary or couple's dinner.
- Business: A safe, prestigious, and refined Rioja choice for executive business lunches and meetings.
- Special Celebration: Perfect for serving at banquets, weddings, graduations, and Christmas or New Year's dinners.
- Summer: Ideal for enjoying on cool outdoor evenings with grilled dishes or gourmet snacks.
- Gift: A valued and distinguished gift for enthusiasts of traditional Riojan reds aged in barrel.
frequently asked questions (faqs)
What is the specific origin and winery of this wine?
This wine is produced by Bodegas Franco-Españolas in the city of Logroño, under the prestigious D.O.Ca. Rioja designation in Spain.
Is Diamante Crianza Red Wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
Diamante Crianza Red Wine is a strictly dry wine, aged in oak barrels.
How long is it aged?
It undergoes aging for between 12 and 14 months in American oak barrels, plus additional resting time in the bottle.
What temperature is it recommended to serve it at?
It is recommended to serve at a cool temperature between 14°C and 16°C.
What are the best pairing options?
It pairs perfectly with grilled meat cuts, Iberian ham, cured cheeses, stews, Bolognese pasta, and skirt steak tacos.