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Balbás Crianza Tempranillo 2006 Wine Review

Balbás Crianza Tempranillo 2006

Balbás Crianza Tempranillo 2006

Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain

Community Score:91/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $22.95

Drink: 2014-2018

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Balbás

Agent: Tradesa Corp.

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Reviews and Ratings

Donna Hargrove rated this wine as 93/100 with the following review:

Significant oak on the nose and palate. Flavours nicely combine with red berries and a hint of vanilla and mint. Light tannins and medium acidity. Delicious blend of Tempranillo and Cabarnet Sauvignon - two of my favourites! Red meat, strong cheeses and tomato dishes would pair nicely.

Tasted November 19, 2017
Wineboy rated this wine as 92/100 with the following review:

Lovely power to the nose, with very ripe black fruit matching the oak. More oak than one would expect from a Crianza. A touch of tannins make this cellar worthy. Nose, palate, power, length..... I couldn't ask for more for the price.
Jane Staples - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Made from 80% Tempranillo, 20% Cab Sauv, this dark ruby-garnet wine is rich and intensely flavoured, with ripe dark berries, leather, vanilla and slight mint. Smooth with polished tannins and elegant finish.
Tasted April 2017

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