Sierra Cantabria Gran Reserva is a premium red wine produced by the Sierra Cantabria winery in the Rioja appellation of Spain. The wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown in the winery's own vineyards, which are located in the foothills of the Sierra Cantabria mountain range. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including extended aging in oak barrels, which gives the wine its complex and elegant character. The wine is known for its deep ruby color, intense aromas of ripe fruit and spices, and a full-bodied, velvety texture. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the rich and nuanced flavors of a classic Rioja wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Sierra Cantabria Gran Reserva is a complex and elegant wine that is sure to please.It has a deep garnet color, with aromas of ripe red fruits, spices, and tobacco. On the palate, there are flavors of dried plums and figs, balanced with firm tannins and a long, lingering finish. It is a perfect accompaniment to any special occasion.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2023
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Tempranillo
Graciano
Mazuelo
ORIGINS
Winery: Sierra Cantabria
Region: Rioja
Rioja is Spain's most celebrated wine region, located in the north of the country in the autonomous community of La Rioja. It is bordered by the Basque Country, Navarra and Aragón, and is home to some of the country's most iconic wines.
Rioja has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Roman Empire. The region was officially founded in 1925, and is now one of the most famous and respected wine regions in the world.