Tarima Blanco

2011 Alicante Merseguera, Viura

Bodegas Volver Tarima Blanco, a captivating white wine from the Alicante region, showcases a delightful blend of Merseguera and Viura grapes. With its brilliant pale yellow hue, this wine entices the senses right from the start. The mouthwatering acidity brings a lively freshness to the palate, making it incredibly refreshing and perfect for warm days. The fruit intensity is prominently expressed through notes of citrus and stone fruits, creating a vibrant flavor profile that dances on the tongue. While the body maintains a medium-weight appeal, the overall experience remains elegantly balanced. Furthermore, the wine's dryness enhances its versatility, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes, from light seafood to vegetable-based fare. Perfectly crafted, this 2011 vintage reflects the unique terroir of Alicante while promising an enjoyable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:

Honey

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

Pairs well with:

Poached Fish, Grilled Octopus, Light Seafood

Region:

Alicante

Lying on Spain's sunny southeast coast, Alicante is home to big, bold, red wines of tremendous value. Once a major Mediterranean port, the Phoenicians introduced winemaking here centuries ago. Historically, Alicante's most famous wine was Fondillón, an oak-aged sweet wine. But today, Alicante is better known for its full-bodied reds made from the Monastrell grape (known in France as Mourvèdre), which is sometimes blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The thick-skinned Monastrell laps up Alicante's sun-baked conditions and limestone soils to produce densely fruity wines with earthy, herbaceous notes. For whites, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are increasingly popular, alongside Moscatel and Airén. Wines are approved to be at DO status when they meet a handful of standards related to authorized varietals, production size, methods within winemaking and aging restrictions. Additionally, appellations must have been recognized for a minimum of five years in order to be considered to be a DO.

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