Sierra Cantabria
Sierra Cantabria 2001 Gran Reserva Tempranillo (Rioja)
- Cellar Selection
- $37
Beautiful in color as it blends hues of purple and red. The nose is endowed with leather, herbs and cherry, while the full palate houses a delicious range of fruit and wood flavors along with fine tannins and length. It’s like a new-school classic with a traditional name and packaging. 1,250 cases made. Good now thru 2016. Imported by Tempranillo, Inc.
— M.S.
(9/1/2007)
Sierra Cantabria 2007 Colección Privada Tempranillo (Rioja)
- Editors' Choice
- $52
The Eguren family makes a handful of take-no-prisoners Riojas, and this is probably the best value among them. Earthy and deep; the roasted berry, ham and sweet vanilla aromas lead to a palate that’s the picture of health and balance. The fruit character is outstanding as are nuances of tobacco, chocolate and spice. Drink from 2012–2020.
— M.S.
(4/1/2011)
Sierra Cantabria 2001 Finca El Bosque Tempranillo (Rioja)
- $140
Arguably the pinnacle of the Sierra Cantabria portfolio is this spicy, tasty wine that’s 100% Tempranillo, and aged 16 months in French and Central European oak. The nose kicks off coffee, fudge and bacon aromas, which are followed by flavors of black plum, berry jam and more chocolate. A big boy still playing on the field adjacent to the super wines of the region.
— M.S.
(9/1/2004)
Sierra Cantabria 2005 Colección Privada Tempranillo (Rioja)
- $48
Like all young Sierra Cantabria wines made from old vines, this has a purple color that’s supported by aromas of coffee, mocha and black fruits. It’s half aged in American oak (the other half is French), and it’s much more tannic, acidic and structured than the fleshy 2003. A wine with pure flavors and a dynamic structure. Just under 1,000 cases made. Imported by…
— M.S.
(9/1/2007)
Sierra Cantabria 2006 Cuvée Tempranillo (Rioja)
- Online Exclusive
- $29
Another great Tempranillo from Sierra Cantabria? Indeed it is. The nose bleeds cedary, sweet black fruit aromas and coconut, while the palate is pure and layered, with a lush feel and rich flavors of black fruits and chocolate. Long and lasting on the finish, and delicious overall. Approachable now but ageable for at least five years.
— M.S.
(8/1/2010)
Sierra Cantabria 2008 Finca El Bosque Tempranillo (Rioja)
- $170
Rich, smoky and heady, with earthy black fruit aromas that fold in mocha and vanilla. The palate runs fairly crisp and firm for a big wine, with black cherry, spice, peppercorn and herbal flavors. Super lively, tight and showing cola and lemon peel on the woody finish. Drink from 2012–2018.
— M.S.
(4/1/2011)
Sierra Cantabria 2004 Cuvée Especial Red (Rioja)
- Editors' Choice
- $29
Ripe and modern, with a bold color and no shortage of oak. But with clean black fruit, integration and great structure, the wine handles all the wood thrown at it. Expect black fruit, toast and wood spice on the palate, followed by a stylish, meaty finish. Ripe and complete, and drinkable now through 2010 at least.
— M.S.
(12/15/2008)
Sierra Cantabria 2007 Reserva Única Red (Rioja)
- $29
Full and smoky at first, however as it settles the bouquet delivers ripe strawberry and additional red, jammy aromas. The palate has a healthy, very nice feel and diligent flavors of red berry fruit touched up by proper oak. Finishes creamy, with vanilla and spice flavors.
— M.S.
(12/15/2011)
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