Cillar de Silos Crianza 2018 (Spain)

Description

• French oak
• Raspberries
• Vanilla & cedar
• Mature tannins

The wine is a dark cherry red with violet hues. An elegant yet mature nose with black and acidic red fruit including raspberries and ripe fruits of the forest, sweet spices of nutmeg, clove and vanilla, cedar and light roasted wood aromas intertwined with liquorice. On the palate, it is fleshy, silky with a well structured balance.

A refreshing acidity gives the wine a long length with mature tannins, which in time will become smoother. A long lingering wine with matching flavours and aromas which come together with a perfect finesse.

The Cillar de Silos Crianza is the backbone of the winery as it reflects the character of the Tempranillo variety in Quintana de Pidio. Sourced from different terroirs of small plots, some of which are tiny with very old vines.

Ageing period of 13 months in French Oak with an average vine age between 25 and 40 years. Predominately sandy and limestone soils were used.

Food Pairing: Lamb chops, pastas, roast or grilled meats and casserole dishes.