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Dios Ares Crianza 2012 Wine Review

Dios Ares Crianza 2012

Dios Ares Crianza 2012

Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain

Community Score:91/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $18.75

Drink: 2017-2021

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Dios Ares

Agent: Thompson Vintage Trade Ltd

Natalie's Score: 91/100

Aromas of smoke, dust and leather on this full-bodied red wine. Great mouthwatering action and complexity. This wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks then matured 1 year in French oak. Subtle hints of smoky black fruit on the palate wrapped in toast and earth. Wonderful wine!

Food pairings: braised beef dishes, turkey, soft cheese, roasted pork, lamb.

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This Dios Ares Crianza 2012 was reviewed on April 4, 2017 by Natalie MacLean

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From the Rioja wine region, Dios Ares Crianza (2012) is smoky with dusty herbs and leather one the nose and palate. This wine is made with 100% Tempranillo grapes grown in clay-limestone, and was fermented in stainless steel tanks then matured 1 year in French oak. - Community Wine Reviews

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