WINE DESCRIPTION
Allende Rioja Blanco is a premium white wine produced by Finca Allende, a renowned winery located in the Rioja appellation of Spain. The grapes used to make this wine are sourced from the winery's own vineyards, which are situated at high altitudes and benefit from a unique microclimate. The winemaking process involves a careful selection of the best grapes, followed by gentle pressing and fermentation in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant blend of Viura and Malvasia grapes, with notes of citrus, white flowers, and a subtle hint of oak. Allende Rioja Blanco is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a refined and sophisticated white wine with a distinct sense of place.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Allende Rioja Blanco is an excellent white Rioja, balancing vibrant citrus notes with a smoky minerality.On the palate, it is fresh and light, with a creamy texture and flavors of pear, apricot, and white flowers. The finish is long and elegant, with a lingering hint of honey. Enjoy this well-crafted wine now or over the next few years.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Viura
Malvasia
ORIGINS
Winery: Allende
Region: Rioja
Rioja is Spain's most celebrated wine region, located in the north of the country in the autonomous community of La Rioja. It is bordered by the Basque Country, Navarra and Aragón, and is home to some of the country's most iconic wines.
Rioja has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Roman Empire. The region was officially founded in 1925, and is now one of the most famous and respected wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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