Sierra Cantabria Gran Reserva 2015
29.85€ (Inc. VAT bot. 75 cl.) / Spain
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
I hadn't tasted a Gran Reserva from Sierra Cantabria since the 2012, and the 2015 Gran Reserva follows the same traditional style; mostly Tempranillo with 2% Graciano matured in American oak barrels, 25% of them new, for 26 months. It's ripe at 14.3% alcohol, with the powerful and velvety house style, but it shows the effect of the warmer and powerful years, especially in the tannins that are more abundant and a little drier. It's a concentrated year that might need more time in bottle. 20,000 bottles produced. It has been in bottle since February 2018.
Features
Type of wine
Pairings
Style
Occasions
Winery
Size
Appellation
Alcohol
14.0%
Grapes
Serving
Between 16ºC and 18ºC
Winemaking
Aged for 24 months in used and new American oak barrels.
Description
Sierra Cantabria Gran Reserva is one of the most appreciated wines for its flavour and freshness, while its careful winemaking process makes it an emblematic classic of this well-known brand. It is made mainly with Tempranillo grapes and a smaller proportion of Graciano, which guarantees a unique and distinctive flavour.
The vineyards are located in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, a region known for its arid and dry climate, ideal for growing Vitis vinifera. Cultivation is carried out in an environmentally friendly manner, respecting the biorhythms of nature.
Winemaking
The first thing to take into account is the manual harvest, which is carried out by carefully selecting each fruit. When the must is extracted, it is blended with indigenous yeasts and undergoes a period of alcoholic fermentation for 10 days. After this procedure, a post-fermentative maceration takes place for a further 8 days.
Finally, the resulting must is aged in American oak barrels for approximately 26 months. This ageing is ideal to develop the flavours to the maximum and to obtain a better result.
Taste
At first, its aroma is floral, with hints of vanilla and wood from the barrel. On the palate, a fruity, spicy and complex aftertaste can be perceived. Its finish is long and structured, so it is common for it to linger on the palate.
A wine tradition within reach of your glass
The complexity and structure of this wine makes it the ideal alternative to accompany a formal dinner, although it can also be enjoyed on its own or with friends. Best of all? It's incredible value for money, so you won't have to spend a fortune to get a top-quality product.
Gastronomically, it is ideal with grilled meats, cured meats, Iberian ham and poultry such as duck or chicken.
What are you waiting for to try it? You'll love it!
Shipping to Peninsular Spain
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