Wines made from Verdejo grapes of Ribera del Duero
Discover the best wines made with Verdejo as a single variety or as a blend of Ribera del Duero.
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 region of Castille-et-Léon
Cradle of great modern Spanish reds: Tempranillo (95% of the vineyard, here Tinto Fino) powerful, deep and elegant with notes of black cherry, blackberry, candied plum, leather, cedar and spices, firm tannins and sustained acidity thanks to altitude (720-1100 m). Classification by age: Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva. Harsh continental climate, clay-limestone soils. DO since 1982, 19,000 ha in Castilla y León.
What are the typical flavors of the Verdejo grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 3% of Verdejo
- Tree fruitPresent in 3% of Verdejo
- Citrus fruitPresent in 3% of Verdejo
- VegetalPresent in 2% of Verdejo
- Tropical fruitPresent in 2% of Verdejo
- MicrobioPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- OakPresent in 1% of Verdejo
- SpicesPresent in 1% of Verdejo
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