Carmelo Rodero Crianza 2023 confirms the excellent moment Carmelo Rodero is going through, one of the must-visit wineries in Ribera del Duero. The outstanding quality of the grapes is the basis of a Crianza of enormous character, complex, balanced and especially elegant.
Carmelo Rodero Crianza 2023 combines Tinta del País (Tempranillo) with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and is aged for a minimum of 15 months in French-oak barrels. Behind this red wine is Carmelo Rodero, son and grandson of winegrowers and one of the leading names in the D.O. Ribera del Duero. After years supplying his excellent grapes to prestigious wineries such as Vega Sicilia, in 1990 he decided to embark on his own project, beginning one of the most remarkable success stories in the denomination.
From Pedrosa de Duero (Burgos), Bodegas Rodero has grown to occupy a privileged place among the great wineries of Ribera del Duero. Its history is built on the vineyard, the true heart of the winery and an estate that the family has worked and cared for over generations. The quality of its plots and demanding viticulture are the starting point for wines that faithfully reflect the character of this privileged area of Ribera del Duero.
At the winery, respect for the raw material guides every step of the winemaking process. Grapes from each plot receive individual treatment according to factors such as the age of the vines, soil type, orientation and exposure, while ageing is adapted through a meticulous selection of barrels. The result is a red wine that reflects the winery's philosophy of precision and quality. Carmelo Rodero Crianza 2023 is an excellent match for lamb chops grilled over vine shoots or a charcoal-grilled beef rib steak.
Type of wine
Region
Grape variety
10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 90% Tempranillo
Type of barrel
French oak barrels
Barrel aging time
15 months
Capacity (cl)
75
Alcohol content (% vol.)
15
After many years of selling their grapes to prestigious wineries such as Vega Sicilia, Carmelo Rodero, the fourth generation of winegrowers from Pedrosa de Duero (Burgos), decided in 1990 to produce his own wines, founding Bodegas Rodero.
Bodegas Rodero has positioned itself as one of the most outstanding wineries in Ribera del Duero, thanks especially to the quality of its vineyards. The exquisite care given to the grapes is a top priority. Each of their wines comes from a specific plot and is crafted considering various factors, such as the age of the vines, the type of soil, its orientation, and exposure. This meticulous work also includes selecting the most suitable barrels for the aging of each wine. Carmelo Rodero's daughter, Beatriz, leads the winemaking direction.
