ABTOLE RIOJA CRIANZA 2021

Ripe plum and sour cherry dominate the glass, backed by a thread of dark chocolate and dry earth — classic Rioja Crianza character in a straightforward, food-ready package. Tempranillo grown across Rioja's mixed clay and limestone soils delivers that combination of dark fruit and savory depth. Crianza status requires a minimum of one year in oak and one year in bottle before release, which adds structure and a light vanilla edge without burying the fruit. The finish is dry, moderately tannic, and built to work alongside lamb chops, cured meats, or a hard cheese plate.