Sierra Cantabria Reserva, Rioja, 75cl

🍷 Sierra Cantabria – Reserva Rioja
Spain | Rioja DOCa | Tempranillo (with a touch of Graciano)
Style: Still Red Wine
Winemaking: Hand-harvested from old vines in Rioja Alta, the grapes undergo long maceration followed by ageing for 18 months in American and French oak barrels, then refined in bottle before release
Farming: Sustainably farmed hillside vineyards at the foot of the Sierra de Cantabria mountains, where altitude, cool nights, and limestone-rich soils contribute to finesse and aromatic depth

🛡 A classic Rioja Reserva—elegant, structured, and full of soulful complexity.

👁 In the Glass:
Deep garnet with ruby edges—mature and alluring.

👃 On the Nose:
Complex and expressive. Aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry compote, cedar, vanilla, and dried herbs unfold with hints of leather and sweet spice.

👅 On the Palate:
Silky and layered. A core of dark red fruits, tobacco, and toasted oak is framed by supple tannins and vibrant acidity. The finish is long, savoury, and laced with spice and earth.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Ideal with grilled lamb chops, Iberico pork, mushroom risotto, Rogan Josh or Manchego cheese. A versatile red that elevates hearty, flavour-rich dishes.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Beautifully balanced for drinking now, but will evolve gracefully over 8–10 years, gaining further complexity and nuance.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Sierra Cantabria Reserva is everything a great Rioja should be—elegant, deep, and beautifully crafted. A wine that speaks of place, heritage, and timeless Spanish winemaking.