Nivarius Rioja Tempranillo Blanco DOC 2024 (Spain)

Description

Dry, Floral, Oak

"The 2024 Tempranillo Blanco comes from the Valle del Iregua, specifically Nalda and Albelda in Rioja. Broad and textured on the palate, it shows moderate freshness and mid-weight fruit. Its finish carries a cream, gently savory tone that reflects the valley´s cooler, Atlantic-influenced profile" Vinous

"This has a nervy lifted nose of limes, salt and green apples. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, crisp and sharp in an elegant way. Drink now" James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com

"Here's proof you can make highly characterful white wine from the classic red-wine grape of Rioja - tempranillo. Grown at 700m above sea level, this modern Spanish white is full-bodied, with generous, vibrant, citrusy flavours that are dry and lingering" Michael Cooper

Straw-yellow in colour, with greenish rim. Good intensity in the nose, hints of pome and stone fruits accompanied by a slight aroma of white flowers and a subtle mineral reminiscence. Fresh and balanced on the palate with ample sensations and a long finish. The retro-nasal effects of stone fruits and pome fruits come together with some reminiscences of dry fruits.