Sierra Cantabria Tinto Cuvée – Premium Rioja Red Wine

Sierra Cantabria Tinto Cuvée is a benchmark red wine from DOCa Rioja, crafted by the Eguren family at Viñedos Sierra Cantabria — a winery with over 150 years of history rooted in the celebrated Sonsierra subzone. For lovers of premium Spanish wines, this Cuvée represents an outstanding expression of Tempranillo at its most polished and complete.

Produced entirely from 100% Tempranillo sourced from estate-owned vineyards, the winemaking process begins with full destemming and progresses through malolactic fermentation carried out directly in barrel — a technique that ensures seamless integration of fruit and oak from an early stage. The wine then matures for twelve months in Bordeaux-style barrels, blending 85% French oak with 15% American oak, with 40% new wood. This carefully calibrated combination delivers the refinement and spice complexity that defines the Sierra Cantabria house style.

On the nose, the wine opens with an expressive bouquet of ripe plum, red berry fruit and subtle vanilla, underpinned by well-judged toasty oak. On the palate, the mouthfeel is generous and structured, with ripe, polished tannins that frame the fruit beautifully without overpowering it. Bright natural acidity keeps the mid-palate lively and food-friendly. The finish is long, warm and spice-laden, with lingering notes of oak, dried herbs and dark fruit.

At 14% vol, this is a full-bodied red best served at 16–18°C, and it benefits from 30 minutes of decanting to fully open up its aromatic layers. It pairs superbly with grilled and braised red meats, aged sheep's milk cheeses, Iberian charcuterie and slow-cooked game dishes. Critics have recognised its quality with 91 Parker points and 94 Peñín points — results that confirm its standing as one of the most exciting age-worthy reds from the appellation.

Buy Sierra Cantabria Tinto Cuvée online at Mercado 46, with reliable European delivery. A terroir-driven Rioja red that balances power and elegance with masterful precision.