Description

Wine: Senorio de Ondarre Rioja Bianco

Producer: Bodegas Ondarre

Country: Spain

Region: Rioja

Vintage: 2018

Style: White

Blend: Tempranillo Bianco 100%

ABV: 13.5%

Size: 75cl

Organic: NO

Biodynamic: NO

Vegan: YES

Notes: Great aromatic complexity on the nose with hints of white flowers & spicy notes, which carry through onto a full bodied, creamy palate with green apple, citrus & grapefruit & a crisp finish.

The vineyards for Senorio de Ondarre are situated on Rioja Valley’s northern hills on south-facing slopes, at an altitude of 550 metres above sea level. The vines, which have an average age of 25 years, are planted in uneven terrain due to several streams that run down the mountains that mark the northern border of Rioja.

The grapes were picked early in order to capture the optimum aromatic ripeness & were gently pressed.  The wine was kept on its fine lees for two months with half the must fermented in French oak barriques that saw minimal toasting. The remaining half was slowly fermented in stainless steel tanks. The two wines were then carefully blended to achieve the perfect balance between structure & aromatic freshness.

Producer Info: Bodegas Ondarre was founded in 1985, with the aim of creating wines which showcase the region’s distinct terroirs. The cooperative winery is situated in the town of Viana which overlooks the Rioja Valley in Rioja Oriental. Bodegas Ondarre has formed trusted relationships with the highest quality growers in the area, with whom they have been working since the start. The Reserva’ are Bodegas Ondarre’s most acclaimed wines, which win top awards & critical approval every year. They attribute their success to hard work in the vineyards & their continual investment in the winery & barrel stock. They use both French & American oak casks to help them obtain the character in their wines.