Rippa Dorii Crianza delivers power and elegance in equal measure. Polished oak integrates seamlessly with bright, bramble fruit, nutmeg, and vanilla notes, leading to a long, complex, and fresh finish that typifies the high-altitude Ribera del Duero terroir. Crafted from 100% Tinta del País (Tempranillo) from 25-year-old vines at 900m altitude and aged 12 months in French and American oak, this wine offers exceptional quality at an outstanding price.

Why You'll Love It

This is quality Ribera del Duero Crianza from Rippa Dorii, an Ontañón Family project. Sourced from multiple plots near Fuentecén at 900m altitude, the high and cool sites ensure slower ripening and remarkable freshness. The 25-year-old vines grow on soils combining stone, clay, and white limestone. With careful vineyard selection, pre-fermentation maceration, 18 days fermentation, and 12 months in oak (70% French, 30% American), this wine offers exceptional depth and complexity. Award-winning quality (Decanter Silver) at exceptional value.

Meet the Producer

Rippa Dorii is an Ontañón Family project, crafting wines from two of Spain's most important regions with meticulous attention to quality and style. The family brings decades of winemaking expertise to create wines of exceptional character and value.

Production

100% Tinta del País (Tempranillo) grapes are sourced from multiple plots near Fuentecén at 900m altitude. The soils combine stone, clay, and white limestone, and vines are over 25 years old. Grapes undergo careful vineyard selection, favouring high and cool sites with slower ripening. Pre-fermentation maceration occurs at 10ºC for 3 days, followed by 18 days of alcoholic fermentation at 22-26ºC with daily pumping over and down. Malolactic fermentation takes place in both tank and barrel. The wine matures for 12 months in 70% French and 30% American oak, with 25-30% new barrels and the remainder 2nd to 4th use.

Tasting Notes

Aromas of bramble fruit, vanilla, nutmeg, and sweet spice lead to a rich, complex palate with blueberry and blackberry flavours, ripe tannins, and a long, satisfying finish.

Perfect Pairings

Pairs beautifully with lamb chops, chorizo dishes, hearty vegetable casseroles, grilled steaks, or aged Manchego cheese. Perfect for Spanish cuisine and special occasions.

Grape Variety

100% Tinta del País (Tempranillo) from 25-year-old vines at 900m

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