2018 Sierra Cantabria Reserva

The Sierra Cantabria Reserva offers excellent value for money. It is a 100% Tempranillo from vineyards over 30 years old, situated on calcareous clay and gravel. The vineyards are cultivated in an environmentally integrated manner, respecting the environment and following the plant's biorhythms. The average yield is low, around 35 liters/ha. The hand-harvested bunches are selected in the vineyard and in the winery using a double sorting table.

The grapes are completely destemmed. Fermentation is temperature-controlled between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius with indigenous yeast selected from the vineyards. Prolonged post-fermentation maceration on the skins lasts 11 days, with pumping over twice a day initially and a light pumping over daily at the end. The wine then spends 17-18 months in Bordeaux barrels of (70%) French and (30%) American oak.

The Sierra Cantabria Reserva displays balance and poise. The wine is medium-bodied with spicy, smoky, and creamy flavors and good acidity. A robust and silky red with beautiful clarity. Dark berry fruit, hints of cedar, and tobacco. The official fact sheet for this beautiful Rioja Reserva can be found in the Appendix.

FACT: In the "Attachments" tab, you'll find the official fact sheet for this fine wine. We'll automatically send it to you when you order it. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount . You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway, with ample parking. Click here for our address.