Sierra Cantabria Red Reserve 2017 – D.O.Ca. Rioja

Sierra Cantabria Red Reserve 2017 is a compelling expression of old-vine Tempranillo from the privileged hillside vineyards of San Vicente de la Sonsierra, in the heart of Rioja's Sonsierra subzone. Produced by the acclaimed Eguren family at Viñedos y Bodegas Sierra Cantabria — the only D.O.Ca. Rioja estate to feature among the world's top wineries — this is a wine that balances power and finesse with quiet authority.

Crafted from 100% Tempranillo sourced from vines over 30 years old, the wine is aged for 18 months in a blend of French and American oak barrels, 20% of which are new. This careful oak regime adds complexity and structure while allowing the fruit to remain expressive and vibrant. At 14% vol, the 2017 vintage shows the depth and concentration that define the best age-worthy Rioja Reserves available to buy online today.

On the nose, expect a rich and inviting bouquet of ripe and fresh red fruit layered with warm spice, vanilla and subtle toasty notes — all hallmarks of well-integrated oak ageing. The palate is full-bodied and velvety in mouthfeel, with dark berry fruit driven forward by a structured, polished tannic backbone and good natural acidity. The finish is long and lingering, with echoes of roasted coffee, vanilla and a whisper of balsamic that speaks to the wine's depth and terroir-driven character.

Robert Parker awarded this vintage 92 points, placing it firmly among the best Sierra Cantabria Reserve wines and the finest premium Spanish wines available through European delivery. Decant for at least 30 minutes before serving at 16–18°C to allow the wine to fully open up.

A food-friendly wine by nature, it shines alongside roasted red meats, rack of lamb, mature cheeses and hearty pasta dishes. For collectors and enthusiasts alike, the Sierra Cantabria Red Reserve 2017 is a benchmark Rioja with excellent cellaring potential for years to come. Buy online at Mercado 46 and discover why this wine consistently earns its place among the finest old-vine Rioja red wines on the market.