Why it matters
The producer
Traditional winemaking methods accompanied Bodegas Celaya's founding. D. Florindo Celaya Aranda established the producer in 1927, and family ownership forms part of its history. Bayanegra is the primary commercial brand, with several grape varieties named across the range.
Place and vineyards
Where the wines begin
At Bodegas Celaya, La Roda is the village, Albacete the province and La Mancha D.O. the regional designation. Bayanegra Tempranillo uses Tempranillo grapes sourced from Castilla. No altitude, soil, climate or vineyard ownership detail is specified for the vineyards.
Wines to know
The range in view
The Bayanegra range includes White Label, Blue Label Premier, Black Label and Primera Selección. No separate grape, oak or ageing detail is specified for these line names. The named red wines are Bayanegra Blue Label Premier Tempranillo, vintage 2019, and Bayanegra Primera Selección, vintage 2016. The base Bayanegra Tempranillo has a medium ruby colour, with red fruit and cherry on the palate, smooth soft tannins and a fruity finish.