Barrel Fermented White Rioja

2022 Rioja Macabeo

Viña Real Barrel Fermented White Rioja showcases a harmonious blend of flavors and aromas, crafted from the Macabeo grape variety in the renowned Rioja region. This elegant white wine from the 2022 vintage presents a pale, golden hue in the glass. The enticing aromas of this wine transport you to sun-kissed vineyards, with notes of citrus, delicate white flowers, and a hint of warm spices. On the palate, the wine offers a smooth and rounded texture, with flavors of ripe stone fruits, a touch of honeyed sweetness, and a refreshing acidity that lingers on the finish. A perfect example of the remarkable craftsmanship that Rioja wines are known for, this Viña Real creation is a true delight for any white wine enthusiast.

Tasting notes:

Lemon

Honey

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Poached Fish, Seafood, Seafood Risotto

Region:

Rioja

If you want to understand Spain, pour yourself a glass of Rioja. This historic northern region produces some of the country's most famous wines, typically mature, savory reds that go majestically with roast lamb. Rioja's vineyards trace the flow of the Ebro River through a valley protected by the nearby Cantabrian Mountains. Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano are the key red grapes, with Viura leading the white grapes. There are three main classifications of red wines: Gran Reserva (aged for five years, at least two in barrel), Reserva (aged for three years, one in barrel), and Crianza (aged for two years, one in barrel). Other wines can be young and unoaked—an increasingly popular style that shows off Rioja's modern face.

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