Señorío de Sarría Reserva Especial 2017

Navarra lies next door to Rioja, yet has always been less traditional. Its winemakers were some of the first to break rank and use imposter grapes in their wines. This lavish Reserva is made by Milagros Rodriguez, chief winemaker at the 65 year old winery, Señorio de Sarria, an estate highly regarded worldwide. It lies in Puente La Reina, a village situated at a crossroads where two trails on the historic Camino de Santiago pilgrimage converge. Don Félix Huarte established the estate in 1953, but it was major investment in 2001, in both vineyards and cellar, that saw the most significant step up in quality. 70% Cabernet topped up with fragrant Graciano, this is a fine oaked red. Ideally decant and serve with spiced rice or garlic chicken.