# Portia Crianza 2021 (2021)

- **Producer:** Bodegas Portia
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tempranillo
- **Region:** Castilla y León, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Vegan:** No
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black cherry, plum, raspberry, strawberry, blackberry, blueberry, vanilla, cedar, cloves, chocolate, dried fruit, toasted notes

## About this wine

Portia Crianza 2021 is a single-varietal Tempranillo from Bodegas Portia, located in Spain's Ribera del Duero region. The producer, Bodegas Portia, is the modern winemaking project of Grupo Faustino, featuring an architecturally significant winery designed by Norman Foster. The vineyards are situated in the high-altitude 'Golden Triangle' area of Ribera del Duero, known for its terroir. The 2021 vintage is characterized by its structure and complexity.

## Interesting facts

- Winery designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Norman Foster.
- Vineyards are situated at altitudes between 800-850 meters.
- The winery's unique star shape is designed for optimal functionality and integration with the landscape.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and robust tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins like beef and lamb, while its fruit notes can harmonize with savory herbs and earthy mushrooms. The wine's structure can cut through fattier dishes, creating a balanced palate experience.

## Wine making process

Portia Crianza 2021 is produced from 100% Tempranillo grapes. Fermentation occurs in controlled conditions within conical tanks at 26°C, designed for gentle extraction. Malolactic fermentation is also performed. The wine is then aged for a minimum of 12 months in French and American oak barrels. Bodegas Portia's approach emphasizes preserving the grape's freshness and employing modern winemaking techniques.