Another expression of the old vines of DO Ribera del Duero, Aventino Crianza is crafted from 100% Tinta del Pais (the local name for Tempranillo).

Traditional and modern winemaking techniques are used with the Crianza offering. The grapes are harvested at their optimal ripeness, determined by taste. Harvest occurred mid-September through October, ensuring both ripe flavors and lively acidity. The grapes were fermented in cool conditions with daily pumpovers to extract all the colors, tannins and flavors from the skins while still maintaining fresh fruit flavors typical of Tempranillo.

After completion of fermentation, about three weeks, the young wine was placed into a combination of new and 1-3 year old American and Eastern European barrels for 12 months of aging. Continuing in this time honored method, the wine was then bottled and aged in the cellar for an additional 24 months prior to release.