Name: Sierra Cantabria Rioja Rose "XF" 2024 750ml
Brand: Sierra Cantabria
SKU: 991313
Price: 38.94 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 91 (4 reviews)

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Sierra Cantabria

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Varietal

Rose

Rosé blends, a captivating category in the world of wine, represent a harmonious fusion of red and white grape varietals. Distinctive for their enchanting pink hue, these wines embody the art of balance, blending the robust character of reds with the crispness of whites. Renowned for their versatility, rosé blends offer a diverse palate experience, ranging from bone-dry to subtly sweet, catering to a spectrum of preferences. Crafting a quality rosé blend requires a winemaker’s expertise to achieve the desired color and flavor profile. Typically, red grape varietals such as Grenache, Syrah, or Sangiovese are coupled with whites like Sauvignon Blanc or Vermentino. The result is a refreshing and vibrant wine with nuanced aromas, making it a perfect companion for various occasions. Whether sipped on a summer day or paired with a gourmet meal, rosé blends exemplify the epitome of elegance, inviting both novices and connoisseurs to explore the nuanced world of wine.

Country

Spain

Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.

Region

La Rioja

La Rioja is by far the most famous wine region of Spain, and remains one of the world's great wine producing regions, consistently offering deep, complex red wines of character and distinction, partly due to the fact that La Rioja benefits from excellent soils, rich in minerals and nutrients, and plenty of sunshine. The climatic conditions allow the fine grape varietals to reach full ripeness and express plenty of the best features of their terroir, making La Rioja wines some of the most interesting to have ever come out of Europe. The Cantabrian mountains to the north provide the perfect shelter from the colder, wetter influences of the Atlantic oceans, and in the beloved vineyards of La Rioja, wineries have been cultivating exceedingly flavorful Tempranillo grapes for generations for the inclusion in their fine single variety and blended wines.

Appellation

Rioja

Rioja, a renowned wine appellation in Spain, stands as an emblem of the country's winemaking heritage and innovation. What makes Rioja unique is its commitment to blending traditional and modern winemaking methods. Primarily crafted from Tempranillo, with Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo as supporting players, Rioja wines showcase a remarkable balance of fruit, oak, and complex aging. Rioja's classification system, featuring Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva, delineates the aging periods, highlighting the region's dedication to quality. The use of American oak barrels imparts distinctive vanilla and coconut notes, contributing to Rioja's recognizable profile. The diverse terroir, from the high-altitude vineyards of Rioja Alta to the warmer Rioja Baja, adds depth and complexity to the wines. Exploring Rioja allows enthusiasts to savor the rich tapestry of Spanish winemaking, where historic bodegas coexist with modern practices, resulting in wines that seamlessly marry tradition and innovation, offering a glimpse into the soul of Spanish viticulture.

JD 92pts

Jeb Dunnuck

Tremendously delicious, the 2024 Rosado XF is a tart, citrus-driven knock-out of a wine bursting in acidity. A collaboration with Xandra Falco, Marquesa de Mirabel, it blends Garnacha, Sauvignon Blanc, Viura, Maturana, Tempranillo, and Tempranillo Blanco from an estate vineyard specifically planted for this wine. The whites are cold-macerated then macerated with the reds. Evocative in Mediterranean style, it’s long and breezy, with a pretty floral component, tasting of fresh peach and squeezed lime. Drink now and over the next several years.

WA 91pts

Wine Advocate

The complex blend of the 2024 XF—Garnacha (30%), Sauvignon Blanc (30%), Viura (20%), Tempranillo Blanco (10%), Maturana (5%) and Tempranillo (5%)—gives it a complex nose, subtle, a little more unctuous than other vintages, but it also has higher acidity. It has clout, a common theme in the white and rosés from 2024. It is elegant and subtle but with great freshness and precise and clean. 25,000 bottles produced.

VM 91pts

Vinous Media

The 2024 Rosado XF Sierra Cantabria is a blend of Garnacha, Sauvignon Blanc, Viura, Tempranillo Blanco, Maturana and Tempranillo, all fermented with white grape skins. Gentle sweet and sour cherry aromas mingle with dried flowers in the restrained but crisp nose. Full and textured, with fresh flavor, malic acidity and a long, fruit-driven finish, this is a characterful Rosé.

WS 90pts

Wine Spectator

A sleek, well-knit and mouthwatering rosé, with a fine mesh of delicate watermelon, nectarine, white blossom, stone and ground ginger notes. A rich hint of Marcona almond shows on the lightly chalky finish. Sauvignon Blanc, Viura, Garnacha, Maturana Blanca and Tempranillo. Drink now. 2,500 cases made, 750 cases imported.

Winery Notes

A vibrant, floral wine full of emotion. Born from the complicity forged between two families with a long winemaking tradition. It´s an invitation to enjoy a Mediterranean lifestyle, with optimism and passion.

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Sierra Cantabria Rioja Rose “XF” 2024 750ml