Nocedal Crianza

Nocedal Crianza 2016 is produced by Bodegas Fuenmayor in Spain's Rioja wine region. The wine is made from 100% Tempranillo, one of Spain's most important indigenous red grape varieties.

Tempranillo is known for its balanced acidity, smooth tannins and expressive red-fruit flavours. In Rioja, the grape develops flavours of ripe cherries and berries that complement the vanilla, spice and toasted notes introduced by oak ageing.

This wine is matured for 12 months in American oak barrels, followed by six months of bottle ageing in the winery's underground cellar. American oak contributes warm vanilla and toasted-wood aromas, while bottle maturation helps the wine's flavours integrate and its tannins become smoother.

The wine displays an intense garnet-red colour with good depth.

The nose reveals fresh red-fruit aromas, harmoniously integrated with the velvety notes of oak. Ripe cherries and other red fruits are complemented by subtle vanilla and toasted-wood characteristics.

On the palate, the wine is rounded, smooth and fruit-forward, with balanced tannins and a pleasant texture. Its oak influence adds complexity without overwhelming the fruit, creating a harmonious and approachable Rioja Crianza.

The finish is persistent, leaving lingering impressions of ripe fruit and gentle oak.

Nocedal Crianza pairs particularly well with grilled and roasted meats, including beef, lamb and pork.

Recommended pairings include:

• Grilled beef steak and roasted lamb

• Roast pork and Spanish cured sausages

• Beef stews and slow-cooked meat dishes

• Grilled vegetables and tomato-based dishes

• Semi-hard and mature cheeses

For Chinese cuisine, it pairs well with black pepper beef, roast duck, braised beef, red-braised pork and cumin lamb.