Rioja Blanco `barrel fermented` Azabache 2023
Country
Spain
Region
Rioja
Producer
Fincas de Azabache
Grape(s)
Tempranillo Blanco (60%)
Viura (40%)
Type
White
Style
Rich
Oaked Style
Lightly oaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
12.5%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
No
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
The region of La Rioja lends its name to Spain`s most widely recognised wines. Rioja is split by three major districts; Alta and Alavesa to the north, which are higher in altitude and the hot dry Oriental district to the south (previously known as Rioja Baja). Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano and Mazuelo are the main red grape varieties used however more international varieties can also be used. The traditional aging classification system gives Rioja wines their distinctive style through the influence of extended ageing in oak barrels.
Producer
Fincas de Azabache is a state of the art cooperative, founded in December 1956. The Bodegas now owns 2600 hectares of vineyards at the foot of Mount Yerga, which is at the heart of the driest sub region of Rioja; "Oriental", previously Rioja Baja. With limited risk of rot, this is an area conducive to the principles of organic viticulture, to which the Bodegas is firmly and successfully committed. The cooperative have recently invested heavily in a new winery, the fruits of which we are now seeing.
Tasting Notes
Made from a blend of Viura and Tempranillo Blanco, which is fermented in new oak barrels. This white Rioja is well balanced, fresh and lively with an aroma of citrus fruits and vanilla. The palate is soft with flavours of lemon, green apple, peach and vanilla. The oak ageing gives the wine a full body and a buttery, creamy texture which is balanced perfectly by the crisp acidity.
Food
Selection of tapas, paella or fabada Asturiana.
