Bruised, pithy, champagne-like fruit (red apple, creamy yeast, oxidative but refreshing); contraversial statement, but this is what you get if you make Lopez de Heredia`s Gravonia on a budget... Maturana Blanco and Turrentes (no relation to Torrontes from Argentina) from a single vineyard, aged on the lees in 500l French oak (adding the bruised character to the fruit and a very subtle spice) and egg-shaped anaerobic tanks (which emphasise lees-character). A highly individual, complex wine. (JH 01/08/2024)

Producer

Bodegas Lacus

Origin

Aldeanueva, Rioja Baja, North central Spain, Spain SPAIN

Colour

white

Wine Style

dry

Dominant Grape

Torrontes

Farming Style

organic

Closure Style

cork

Maturity

ready

Bottle Size

75cl

Case Quantity

12

Alcohol

14%

Wine Score