COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Bodegas Sierra Cantabria
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sierra Cantabria Selección is a 100% Tempranillo red wine from the D.O.Ca. Rioja, produced by Bodegas Sierra Cantabria. The Eguren family, with a winemaking history dating back to 1870, crafts this wine with a focus on viticultural excellence. Located in Rioja Alavesa, the vineyards are situated at an altitude of 560 meters. The wine's unique character is influenced by the region's microclimate and its calcareous clay soils. The 2019 vintage is noted for its deep ruby hue and layered aromas.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards planted between 1950 and 2000.
Fact 02
Indigenous yeasts are used for fermentation.
Fact 03
Fermented in subterranean concrete tanks.
Fact 04
Aged in 80-year-old foudres.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Sierra Cantabria Selección begins with a rigorous double-manual sorting of the 100% destemmed Tempranillo grapes. Fermentation occurs in concrete 'lagares' using indigenous yeasts, followed by a maceration period of 20-30 days. Malolactic fermentation takes place in foudre. The wine is then aged for 8 months in 80-year-old 10,000L foudres, or alternatively, 6 months in tank and 6 months in used Bordelaise barrels of American and French oak.
