Organic Verdejo
Marqués de Riscal • Medium Aging • 375ml
"The perfect balance between freshness and sophistication: a single-vineyard Verdejo that explores the elegance of wood in an impeccable personal format."
Sophistication in a Personal Format
The Marqués de Riscal Organic Verdejo with Medium Aging breaks the mold of young white wines. In its 375 ml presentation, this wine offers a complete gastronomic experience for individual moments or intimate dinners. Thanks to its resting on fine lees in large-volume barrels, it achieves an enveloping texture and aromatic complexity that places it a step above in elegance within the D.O. Rueda.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Marqués de Riscal.
- Origin: D.O. Rueda, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Certified Organic Verdejo.
- Aging: 4 months on fine lees (500L barrel and steel).
- Format: 375 ml (Half Bottle).
- Alcohol Content: 13.0% Alc. Vol.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Presents a pale golden yellow color with greenish reflections. Its brightness and visual density suggest the structure gained during its time in the barrel.
Nose: Complex and suggestive profile. Notes of ripe white fruit (pear and apple) intertwine with fennel, subtle vanilla touches, and an elegant background of dried fruits and bakery notes.
Palate: Broad entry and notable volume. The palate is silky and unctuous; the integrated citrus acidity masterfully balances the toasted notes from the wood, culminating in a persistent and round finish.
3. Style Analysis
BODY / UNCTUOUSNESS [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
WOOD INFLUENCE [ ● ● ○ ○ ○ ]
RIPE FRUIT [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
CONVENIENCE (375ML) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
4. Pairing and Service
Sea and Land Cuisine: Excellent with grilled salmon, bacalao al pil-pil (cod in garlic oil), chicken with fine herbs, or garlic shrimp.
Cheese Harmony: Semi-cured sheep cheeses, Brie or Camembert highlight its silky character.
Service: Enjoy at a temperature of 9°C to 12°C. It is the ideal wine for business lunches or high-end individual dinners.
5. Technical Data
The use of 500-liter French oak barrels is key for this wine: it allows for gradual oxygenation and a much finer integration of the wood than conventional barrels. Its low-impact viticulture guarantees the purity of the Verdejo grape. Aging potential: 2 years.