Intense aromas of plums and red berries, cocoa, vanilla and liquorice. Powerful and velvety, with smooth but present tannins that will pair well with food. Rich flavours of black fruit and cherries, but with freshness too.

The grapes that go into this beautifully-made Crianza are plucked from vines that are over 30 years old and perched between 700 and 100 metres above sea level, giving the resulting wines elegant flavours of fresh red fruit. These mingle beautifully with notes of coconut, vanilla, cocoa, spice and thyme, derived from 12 months ageing in French and American oak barrels.

Bodegas Valdubón is near the town of Milagros, a few miles south of Aranda de Duero. Valdubón was founded in 1997. A state-of-the-art production area and winemaking equipment were recently added to the facilities. The winery is surrounded by just under 100 choice acres of estate vineyards, all planted with Tempranillo.

D.O. Ribera del Duero is arguably Spain’s brightest star. Planted primarily with Tempranillo grapes, known locally as Tinta del País, the region produces renowned wines.

Perfect with roast lamb and beef, barbecued meats, sausages and spicy casseroles.