Finca Montico
Single-Vineyard Verdejo • Certified Organic
"The purest expression of Rueda: a single-vineyard white that redefines elegance. Finca Montico captures the limestone minerality of La Seca in a vibrant and unique experience."
Single-Vineyard Wine: The Soul of La Seca
Marqués de Riscal Finca Montico represents the pinnacle of typicity in the D.O. Rueda. Born in the region's "golden mile", this wine moves away from mass production to focus on the identity of a unique gravelly soil. Under certified organic viticulture, Riscal achieves a Verdejo with an Atlantic profile, where electrical freshness is masterfully balanced with the unctuousness of careful aging on lees.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Marqués de Riscal.
- Origin: Finca Montico (La Seca), D.O. Rueda, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Organic Verdejo.
- Concept: Single Vineyard Wine.
- Aging: On fine lees in stainless steel tanks.
- Presentation: 750 ml | 13.0% Alc. Vol.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Presents a very pale straw yellow color, with crystalline brilliance and clean greenish reflections.
Nose: Vertical and complex profile. Notes of fresh citrus (lime and grapefruit), herbaceous nuances of fennel, and a background of ripe white fruit stand out, all framed by very clear limestone minerality.
Palate: Vibrant and direct entry. The texture is silky due to aging on lees, with a sharp acidity that provides length. The finish is persistent, leaving an elegant bitter note typical of great Verdejo wines.
3. Style Analysis
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4. Pairing and Service
Seafood Gastronomy: Fresh oysters, scallop carpaccio, or aguachile with sea scallop.
Asian Cuisine: White fish sashimi, hamachi nigiri, and dishes with lemongrass nuances.
Service: Enjoy at an ideal temperature of 8°C to 10°C to appreciate its mineral complexity.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does it mean to be a "Single-Vineyard Wine"?
It means that the grapes come exclusively from a selected plot due to its unique soil and climate characteristics, which gives the wine an unrepeatable character not found in regional blends.
Why is organic certification important for Finca Montico?
It ensures that the wine is produced without the use of synthetic pesticides or herbicides, promoting biodiversity and resulting in a cleaner and healthier expression of the terroir.