Condado de Haza Ribera del Duero Crianza 2022

In Short

A medium-bodied Tempranillo from Ribiera del Duero with ripe dark cherry, tobacco, and balanced structure that drinks well now.

Quick Facts

• Region: Ribiera del Duero, Spain
• Variety: Tempranillo
• Style: Medium-bodied red, Crianza
• Best For: Weeknight dinners, casual entertaining

Why We Stock It

Condado de Haza makes wines that balance ripeness and restraint, and this Crianza shows why the style matters at this price. It has the structure to age but drinks with pleasure immediately, and the kind of savory edge that works as well with dinner as it does on its own.

Tasting Profile

Ripe and structured, with the earthy backbone that defines Tempranillo from this region.

• Aroma: Dark cherry, plum, leather, subtle oak
• Palate: Red berries, tobacco, spice, good acidity
• Structure & Finish: Medium body, balanced tannins, clean finish with mineral notes

Winemaking

The wine is aged in oak during its time as a Crianza, following the Ribiera del Duero region's requirement of at least twelve months in barrel and six months in bottle before release. This ageing softens the tannins while building complexity.

Serving & Pairing

Serve at 62 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. No decanting needed, though the wine can breathe for twenty minutes if you prefer. It suits grilled lamb chops and tomato pan sauce as much as it does a simple bowl of chorizo and white beans. The wine's acidity and tobacco notes make it a natural fit for anything with smoke or herbs.

The Estate

Condado de Haza is a grower in Ribiera del Duero, part of the larger Alejandro Fernández group. The estate focuses on single-vineyard expressions that reflect the region's character.

Terroir

Ribiera del Duero sits on the high plateau of north-central Spain, with limestone and clay soils that produce Tempranillos with depth and aging potential. The continental climate brings cool nights and warm days, which shape the wine's balance of ripe fruit and acidity. This terroir shows in the mineral edge beneath the dark fruit.