Bodegas Valdeorite – Lar de Barros Crianza 2019 – Ribera del Guadiana Spain

Lar de Barros Crianza 2019 is a Tempranillo from Bodegas Valdeorite in Ribera del Guadiana, Extremadura. Aged for 6 months in French and American oak, it combines ripe fruit, spice, and polished structure in a balanced Crianza style.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Tempranillo
• Region: Ribera del Guadiana, Extremadura, Spain
• Vintage: 2019
• Aging: 6 months in French and American oak
• Style: Dry red wine (Crianza)

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full-bodied
• Fruit: Red and black fruits
• Savory: Cinnamon, clove, vanilla, and toasted notes
• Structure: Broad, long, and polished finish

Clean and bright with deep ruby tones, the nose reveals cinnamon and subtle toasted aromas layered with vanilla, black fruit, and red fruit notes. On the palate, it is broad and structured, with polished intensity and a long, balanced finish shaped by its oak aging.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Balanced oak integration
• Expressive Tempranillo from Extremadura
• Polished and food-friendly structure

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled meats
• Roasted pork
• Traditional Spanish stews
• Semi-cured cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Fans of approachable oak-aged Tempranillo
✓ Drinkers looking for value-driven Spanish Crianza
✕ Not ideal if you prefer very light or unoaked reds