Díaz Bayo
15 Meses Crianza – 2022
Region: Spain - Castilla y Leon
Díaz Bayo
For more than ten generations, the Díaz Bayo family has been dedicated to the cultivation of the land in the Ribera del Duero. The tradition of vineyard cultivation in the municipality of Fuentelcésped dates back to 1177. Familia Díaz Bayo vineyards were planted in the valley of the Nava stream, an ideal spot due to the sunny slopes, abundant loose soil and pebbles.
The Díaz Bayo family makes wines from the red grape varietal Tempranillo and the white grape varietal Albillo. The first written mention of Albillo is from the 15th century in Agricultura General by Gabriel Alonso de Herrera in which he says that the wine made from this variety is described as “very clear, with gentle color and taste.”
Located along the Arroyo de la Nava, a high valley just 10 miles to the southeast of modern-day Aranda de Duero, the estate comprises nearly 41ha (100 acres) in multiple parcels between 2800 and 3200 feet above sea level in elevation. The soil is comprised of limestone, marl and clay. Various exposures contribute to fruit diversity and extended harvest time. The vines range from 12-100 years of age.
The vineyards are farmedusing organic principles, hand-harvested and fermented in a mixture of oak vats, cement vats and stainless steel.
The Wine
Vineyard Profile
Los Anarinos, El Hoyo, El Rubial estates vineyards in D. O. Ribera del Duero.
- Altitude: 2900–3085 feet/890-940 meters
- Soil: Clayey-calcareous limestone
- Vines Planted: 1965 – 2001
Harvest Notes
- Hand harvested
- Destemmed
- Fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks
- Malolactic fermentation in barrel
- Aged 15 months in American and French barrels
- Aged about 12 months in bottle
Winemaker's Notes
Rich in ripe black fruits, oak notes and a touch of licorice and cocoa. Lively and fresh with juicy acidity and a long, polished finish.
Wine Summary
100% Tempranillo; alcohol: 14%; Los Anarinos, El Hoyo, El Rubial vineyards in D. O. Ribera del Duero between 2900–3085 feet; vines planted 1965–2001 in clayey-calcareous limestone; hand harvested; fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation and aging 15 months in American and French oak barrels; bottle aged about 12 months.
Technical Information
- 100% Tempranillo
- Alcohol: 14%
Reviews
92 Points
The 2022 Díaz Bayo 15 is Tinto Fino from Ribera del Duero, sourced from vineyards at 890 to 940 meters on clay-limestone soils. The wine was aged 15 months in French oak. Confected fruit, plum jam, vanilla and herbal aromas open on the nose. The palate is dry and polished, with plush texture and smooth tannins. Subtle juiciness and gentle richness provide balance. Elegant and harmonious. 2025 – 2035
Vinous, June, 2025
General Info
| COUNTRY | Spain |
| REGION | Castilla y Leon |
| APPELLATION | D.O. Ribera del Duero |
| PROPRIETORS | The Diaz Bayo Family |
| FOUNDED | Dates back to the 1100’s |
| WINEMAKER | Isaac Fernandez Montana |
| ANNUAL PRODUCTION | 2,500 9L cases |
| FARMING (SUSTAINABLE, ORGANIC, BIODYNAMIC) | Farmed using organic principles & sustainable methods, including dry farming |