Sierra Cantabria, Reserva Unica, 2021
Sierra Cantabria, Reserva Unica, 2021
- Red Still
- 75.0cl
- 14.5%
- Organic
- Biodynamic
- Tempranillo, Graciano
Viñedos Sierra Cantabria Rioja Reserva Unica is bright ruby in colour. Expressive aromas of redcurrant, cherry, liquorice, cinnamon and allspice. Supple and juicy in the mouth, with vivacious red fruit, cassis and floral pastille flavours. Penetrating acidity extends the long, spicy, floral-dominated finish. This is very nicely balanced and delicious right now.
From vineyards close to the village of San Vicente de la Sonsierra, Viñedos Sierra Cantabria Rioja Reserva Unica is a limited release wine made from a blend of Tempranillo and Graciano, giving a wine of vibrant colour and intense aromas.
- ❖ ABV: 14.5%
Grapes
Tempranillo, Graciano
Vintage report
The 2021 vintage arrived after a particularly challenging growing season that kept Rioja's winemakers on their toes. Spring brought late frosts that nipped at the early budbreak, followed by a summer that swung between dry spells and sudden downpours. The saving grace came with a long, steady autumn that allowed patient growers to wait for proper ripeness, though harvest dates varied dramatically depending on how each producer navigated the season's curveballs.
What emerged from this unpredictable year is a vintage of genuine character rather than easy charm. The Tempranillo shows more structure and grip than we've seen in recent warmer years, with fruit that feels focused rather than generous. Garnacha fared particularly well in the higher altitude sites, producing wines with lovely freshness and spice. These aren't wines for immediate gratification – we'd suggest cellaring the better examples until 2026, though the more accessible styles are drinking nicely now with some breathing room.
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