Wines made from Verdejo grapes of South Africa
Discover the best wines made with Verdejo as a single variety or as a blend of South Africa.
More informations about the variety Verdejo
Lively, aromatic whites with sharp acidity and a sleek palate, with intense aromas of grapefruit, lime, fresh herbs, fennel, green almond and saline notes. Typically slightly bitter finish. Absolute star of Rueda DO in Castile-León, now widely exported. Also made as lees-aged and oak-influenced structured cuvées. Native Spanish variety, an ancient Castilian grape.
More informations about the wines of South Africa
South Africa is one of the most important wine producing countries in the southern hemisphere. With over 300 years of wine making history, it is often described as a bridge between the Old and New Worlds. The majority of wines are produced using New World winemaking techniques, but they often have more stylistic similarities with their Old World counterparts. Since the end of apartheid, South African wine has received international attention and recognition for its wide variety of styles.
What are the typical flavors of the Verdejo grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- OakPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- SpicesPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Verdejo