Bodegas Lan D-12 Rioja Crianza

- Serve slightly chilled (around 14-16°C) to highlight fresh fruit notes while maintaining its structure ideal for early summer evenings or light dinners.

- Create a tapas board pairing with Manchego cheese thin slices of Iberico ham marinated olives and piquillo peppers for a vibrant Spanish-inspired spread.

- Present in a wide-bowled glass and garnish the serving table with fresh rosemary sprigs to gently aromatize the experience enhancing subtle herbal notes.

- Pair with smoky grilled chorizo skewers glazed with a red wine reduction that uses the wine itself as an ingredient for a seamless flavor echo.

- Serve alongside mushroom-stuffed roasted red peppers drizzled with balsamic glaze for a vegetarian option that complements the wine's earthiness.

- For an unconventional twist add a splash of chilled sparkling water and a few fresh pomegranate seeds for a lightly fizzy red spritz perfect for afternoon gatherings.

- Use the wine to deglaze a cast-iron skillet after searing lamb chops then serve the chops immediately with the pan sauce poured tableside.

- Ideal for festive occasions like an autumnal harvest dinner or a rustic wine-pairing picnic featuring hearty breads nutty cheeses and spiced nuts to amplify the wine’s depth.

For red wine the optimal storage temperature is between 55°F and 65°F (13°C to 18°C) to ensure balanced aging and preserve quality without premature aging or slowed development.

Light exposure should be minimized by storing the wine in a dark environment such as a wine cellar basement or a wine cabinet with a door that blocks sunlight. Light exposure can degrade the wine and negatively affect its flavors.

The bottle should be sealed with its original cork; maintaining cork integrity is important to avoid oxidation. To prevent cork drying the humidity level should be kept around 70%. This moisture level prevents air ingress while avoiding mold growth.

Bottle position: Store bottles horizontally to keep the cork moist from contact with the wine preserving the cork’s seal and preventing air exposure.

If the bottle is opened reseal it tightly with the original cork or a wine stopper and keep it refrigerated. Open red wine typically keeps well for 3-5 days under refrigeration depending on the wine style.

Special consideration: Avoid temperature fluctuations and vibrations as these can accelerate wine deterioration or disturb sediment. Red wines like Crianza generally benefit from a stable environment with controlled temperature humidity and darkness to maintain their quality during storage.