| Size | 75cl |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Rioja |
| Main Grape | Tempranillo (100%) |
| Expression | Red, Richly Textured and Full-Bodied |
Tasting note
This succulent, elegant Crianza Rioja is Sierra Cantabria's most widely-admired wine due to its exceptional value and juicy yet complex style. Ripe blackberry and cherry fruit, hints of spice, smoke and liquorice, and a dusting of cocoa and toasted oak combine to form an easy yet intricate Rioja, with layers of flavour.
Viticulture
Celebrating 150 years, Sierra Cantabria combines tradition with innovation. Creators of iconic projects like Numanthia and San Vicente, the Eguren family reshaped Rioja. Wines from Sonsierra de San Vicente, have protected slopes and ideal sun exposure creating distinctive wines. Low yields, biodynamic practices and hand harvesting ensure exceptional quality.
Vinification
Grapes are traditionally destemmed and fermentation is temperature-controlled between 26 and 28ºC with indigenous yeast selected from their own vineyards. Maceration on the skins for 24 days, starting with two daily pump-overs and then a light pump-over daily during the last 10 days. The wine ages for 14.5 months in French and American oak Bordeaux barrels.
Food Match
Beef, cured pork, Moroccan lamb with herbs and spices. Aged sheep's cheese, barbecued sausages and grilled vegetables.
| Closure | Natural Cork | ||
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| pH | 3.8 | ||
| Total Acidity | 5.59g/l Tartaric | ||
| Residual Sugar | 0.5g/l | ||
| Allergens | Sulphur | ||
| SKU Code | C9096122 |