COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Bodegas Ramón Bilbao
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Ramón Bilbao Crianza 2019 is a red wine from Bodegas Ramón Bilbao, a producer with a history dating back to 1924. This wine hails from the D.O.Ca. Rioja region in Spain, a prestigious appellation known for its Tempranillo wines. Bodegas Ramón Bilbao, under the guidance of winemaker Rodolfo Bastida, aims to produce wines with a fresh, elegant, and fruit-forward character. The 2019 vintage benefited from warm, dry conditions, contributing to its profile. The wine is recognized for its balance and approachability, making it a popular choice.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Ramón Bilbao Crianza is a consistent favorite, often found on restaurant wine lists.
Fact 02
The winery was recognized as 'Best Spanish Winery' in 2014.
Fact 03
The 2019 vintage received 91 points from the influential Peñín Guide.
Fact 04
Winemaker Rodolfo Bastida is known for modernizing Rioja's style.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Ramón Bilbao Crianza 2019 is produced from 100% Tempranillo grapes sourced from various plots across the Rioja region. The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented separately in controlled temperature vats (28-29ºC). Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 14 months in American oak barrels, followed by bottle aging. This process is designed to highlight the fruit while integrating subtle oak influences.
