Tasting Notes for

Sierra Cantabria - Crianza

Under $20.00

Retails at $18.00

3 Wine Guys Rating:  

Grade: B

Good Value Alternative to Oregon Pinot

Aromas:  Sweet Cherries and Light Oak

Taste:  Spicy, Warmth, Fruit up Front and Fresh Cherries

Body:  Light to Medium Bodied 

Finish: Clean, Fresh and Lively - Oregon Pinot on Steroids

Recommendation: Buy it.

Sierra Cantabria - Cuvee Especial

$20.00 to $40.00

Retails at $20.00

3 Wine Guys Rating:  

Grade: B

Muga Reserva is a better value.

Aromas:  Prevalent Oak, Raisin  and Cherry

Taste:  Lively, Acidity, Mineral as well as Oak

Body:  Medium Bodied

Finish: Cherries on an Oak Sled

Recommendation: Buy it.

Muga - Reserva

$20.00 to $40.00

Retails at $22.00

3 Wine Guys Rating:  

Grade: A-

Aromas:  Toasty Oak and Sweet Fruits

Taste:  Fruit, Oak and Tannins - More Complex w/ Time

Body:  Chewy, Fuller on the Palate 

Finish: Tart, Sweetness and Warmth

Recommendation: Buy it

Muga - Torre Muga

Over $40.00

Retails at $72.00  

3 Wine Guys Rating:  

Grade: A

Aromas: Oaky, Dusty and Cherries

Taste:  Fresh Cherries, Sweet Berries and Hints of Light Oak - More Complex with Time

Body: Chewy - Full Bodied Rioja

Finish:  Best Balance between Fruit and Tan

Recommendation: Buy it. (if you have the budget)