Crianza
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2027
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb, grilled pork chops, cured Spanish cheeses
✨ Technical Specifications
Averys of Bristol has a centuries-old tradition of sourcing exceptional wines to bottle under their own historic label. For their Rioja Crianza, they collaborate with established growers in Spain's premier wine region, selecting parcels that embody the classic, fruit-forward yet structured character of Rioja. This Crianza style undergoes traditional aging—spending at least one year in oak casks followed by further refinement in the bottle. This process tempers the vibrant red fruit of the Tempranillo grape with subtle notes of vanilla, sweet spice, and toasted oak. The result is a testament to the historic connection between British merchants and the cellars of Rioja, delivering an elegant, accessible, and deeply traditional expression of the region.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1793 in Bristol, England, Averys is one of the United Kingdom's oldest and most venerated wine merchants and négociants. Built across generations by visionary figures such as Ronald Avery and his son John Avery MW, the house pioneered the early discovery and direct importation of benchmark estates from classical European regions and emerging New World terroirs. Renowned for its historical bottling expertise, Averys curates and crafts an expansive portfolio spanning prestigious Bordeaux, Burgundy Grand Crus, Champagne, vintage Port, Madeira, and fine Cognac. Guided by centuries of cellar mastery and meticulous sourcing, the historic house remains dedicated to championing exceptional regional character and timeless quality.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo