Amancio, Rioja
    Sierra Cantabria

    Amancio, Rioja,

    Destination

    Sierra Cantabria, Amancio, Rioja, 2005

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note
    Sierra Cantabria, Amancio, Rioja, 2005

    A densely-planted, low-yielding single vineyard in “La Veguilla” area, in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, La Rioja Alta. A staggering 8-10% of the vineyard's production was used for this blend. Aged in new french oak for 24 months, but the oak is beautifully integrated, this is a serious, towering Rioja, beautifully composed, fine-tuned pure packed with bramble, cherry, kirsch flavours with redcurrant and mineral touches, the tannins are suave and supple yet provide great backbone and stuffing.

    ABV:
    14.5%
    94/100
    Josh Raynolds, Vinous
    (100% tempranillo; fermented in large French oak vats, with malo and two years of aging in new French oak barrels): Inky ruby. Exotic, flamboyantly perfumed dark berry preserve and floral pastille aromas, with intense Indian spice and incense accents. Ripe and fleshy but energetic on the palate, with expansive blackberry, cassis and cherry-vanilla flavors delivering superb depth and clarity. Finishes sappy and extremely long, with a whiplash of dark berry fruit and velvety, harmonious tannins.
    Date Reviewed:
    09/2014

    specifications

    country:
    Spain
    region:
    Rioja
    Appellation:
    Rioja Alta
    Producer:
    Sierra Cantabria
    style:
    Red Wine
    Grape Variety:
    Tempranillo
    Allergen Information:
    This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.