2020 Crianza, Clea by Bardos, Ribera del Duero, Spain

There's a lot of wine for the money here. There is a good intensity to the aroma, with dark fruit, liquorice and tobacco. Then on the palate it has a silky texture with a nice balance of acidity and supple tannins. There is good fruit concentration, a hint of spice and a nice lingering finish.

Clea is a range of wines produced by Vintae from the areas around the Duero, namely Rueda and Ribera del Duero. Stylistically they are clean and modern without being over ripe or too rich but instead are clean, fruit driven wines that are a joy to drink.

In 1999, José Miguel Arambarri, from La Rioja, decided to rebuild his ancestors' business and to plant his first vineyard. Before long there would be many more vineyards, wines and wineries with the incorporation of his sons, José Miguel and Ricardo, with a clear goal: to innovate the wine market. Today Vintae is a wine company with more than 50 employees that continues to grow year after year and so far produces wines in 15 Denominations of Origin. These are some of the key moments of this exciting journey towards revolution in the world of wine.
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