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2016 Bodegas Sierra Cantabria Rioja Reserva Unica

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Typically, “98% Tempranillo & 2% Graciano Old Vine, planted in 1985 in the calcareous clay composition soils of several proprietary vyds located in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, Páganos-Laguardia, La Rioja; Traditional vinification; 100% de-stemmed; Fermentation with selected indigenous yeasts, total maceration time of 18 days with malolactic in oak; Aged 24 mos in 60% FR & 40% AM Bordelaise oak barrels: 30% new oak & 70% maximum 3 wine barrels. Racked regularly every 4 mos during the 1st yr, & every 6 mos during the 2nd yr. Sierra Cantabria Reserva Unica is the result of a selection for the finest wine that is destined for Sierra Cantabria Reserva. The selected wine is then submitted to a more luxurious barrel regimen & delicate treatment.”

94 pts Dunnuck (11/’20)
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