WINE DESCRIPTION
Shaya Arindo Verdejo is a refreshing and aromatic white wine from the Rueda region in Spain, known for producing top-quality Verdejo wines. This particular wine is crafted by Bodegas Shaya, a winery that has quickly established a reputation for excellence within this appellation. The winery focuses on old vine Verdejo, which contributes to the depth and complexity of their wines. Shaya Arindo Verdejo is made from grapes sourced from younger vines, offering a vibrant expression of the varietal. The vineyards are located at high altitudes, where the diurnal temperature variations ensure slow ripening, preserving the grapes' natural acidity and aromatic profile. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks to retain the fresh, fruity character of the Verdejo grape, resulting in a wine that is both lively and nuanced.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Shaya Arindo Verdejo displays a pale straw color with greenish reflections, indicative of its youth and freshness.The nose is immediately met with an enticing bouquet of ripe peach, green apple, and citrus, along with floral notes and a hint of fennel, characteristic of the Verdejo varietal. On the palate, it is crisp and well-balanced, with a bright acidity that highlights the wine's juicy fruit flavors. The finish is clean and refreshing, with a pleasant minerality and lingering citrus notes. This wine exemplifies the appeal of modern Verdejo, offering a delightful combination of fruitiness, freshness, and aromatic complexity.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2025
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Verdejo
ORIGINS
Winery: Shaya
Region: Castilla y León
Castilla y Léon is one of Spain's largest and most important wine regions, located in the northern half of the Iberian Peninsula. It is a region rich in viticultural history and with a continental climate.
Castilla y Léon has a long and storied history of winemaking, with the first vines being planted by the Romans in the 1st century BC. The region has been producing wine ever since, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in SpainCUSTOMER RATING
3.7
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