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Sierra Cantabria Rioja Reserva 2017

$3699

Reserva on a Rioja label too often means the fruit got sanded down by years in barrel. Sierra Cantabria's version argues otherwise. The Eguren family farms in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, on the high, cool northern edge of Rioja beneath the Cantabrian mountains, and this is all Tempranillo, aged around eighteen months in a mix of French and American oak. That is enough to add spice and structure without burying the vineyard. 2017 was the frost year, when growers lost much of the crop and the survivors ripened in a short, warm cycle, and the wine that came out is concentrated but composed, with real grip. A classic Rioja that still wants dinner.

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  • Nationwide Access: Flat-rate shipping available to most U.S. states with delivery in 3-5 business days.
  • Temperature-Monitored Shipping: We closely monitor weather conditions and make informed decisions to ensure shipments travel safely, with insulated packaging and refrigerated transport available when required.
  • Wine-Specific Protective Packaging: Specialized materials designed to maintain label integrity and prevent breakage during transit.
  • Provenance Assured: All wines are maintained in climate-controlled conditions at our shop until the moment of dispatch.

Returns & Exchanges

We stand behind every bottle we sell.

  • If the wine is less than 10 years old and it is corked, you may return it to us for a full refund or exchange within 60 days of purchase. You must show us proof of purchase. We understand that you may not live near a shop and that it is difficult to ship open bottles of wine to us, so if there's any problem feel free to Contact Us and we'll work it out.
  • For wines older than 10 years, the consumer bears the risk of a faulty cork, but we accept returns of older bottles if the wine is faulty as a result of improper storage. Please come by the store or Contact Us if there is a problem.
  • We may, at our discretion and to the extent permitted by law, accept returns of unopened wines within 30 days of purchase if they were properly stored by the purchaser, subject to a 15% re-stocking fee.

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Antonio Galloni

91 points

"The 2017 Reserva Sierra Cantabria is 100% Tempranillo from San Vicente. It aged for 18 months in French and American oak. Aromas of plum preserve, black fruit, broth and herbs precede a juicy, intense palate with a creamy texture and polished tannins. The 2017 is a graceful, layered Reserva." —Joaquín Hidalgo

Robert Parker

92 points

"The 2017 Reserva comes from the frost year when they lost a great part of the grapes. The cycle was very short and the summer was warm, and it was one of their earlier harvests. The wine comes in at a moderate 14% alcohol and feels very approachable, with grip and some tannins that would welcome food. They still produced 40,000 bottles, because there was less Crianza." —Luis Gutiérrez

Wine Spectator

92 points

"Fragrant hints of anise, iron and mountain herbs add depth to the focused core of ripe black cherry and black raspberry fruit. Sculpted tannins form a fine frame for this fluid, well-knit red, firming the lingering finish. Drink now through 2032."

More about Sierra Cantabria

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Red Blend , Tempranillo

  • Vintage

    2017

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Organic

  • Style

    Earthy , Oaky , Rich

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Medium Bodied

Flatiron's Take

From the Importer

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Lamb chops, slow-roasted pork shoulder, grilled chorizo, or aged Manchego.

Tasting Profile

Medium to full-bodied and dry, with ripe black cherry, dried herbs and savory oak spice. Firm tannins that want food.

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