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Bodegas Bhilar Rioja Blanco 2018
91
Our Score
(8/2019) Biodynamically produced from 90% Viura and 10% Garnacha Blanca, it is fermented in concrete then pressed off and placed in old French oak barrels for six months. The wine is then transferred back to stainless steel tanks where roughly half of the juice goes through malolactic conversion. The resulting wine is beautifully complex, with a golden orange hue and a slightly woodsy, oxidized style that is classic white Rioja. On the palate, this rich, completely dry and creamy wine offers fruit that leans to the citrus and pear side along with a very long finish that combines mineral, citrus and perfect acidity. The food pairings are practically unlimited. We are thinking roast chicken for starters.
(8/2019) Biodynamically produced from 90% Viura and 10% Garnacha Blanca, it is fermented in concrete then pressed off and placed in old French oak barrels for six months. The wine is then transferred back to stainless steel tanks where roughly half of the juice goes through malolactic conversion. The resulting wine is beautifully complex, with a golden orange hue and a slightly woodsy, oxidized style that is classic white Rioja. On the palate, this rich, completely dry and creamy wine offers fruit that leans to the citrus and pear side along with a very long finish that combines mineral, citrus and perfect acidity. The food pairings are practically unlimited. We are thinking roast chicken for starters.
$
1479
Discount:
750 ML
Muga Rioja Blanco 2016
89
Our Score
92
James Suckling
(7/24/2017) "Extremely perfumed with white peach and sliced apple aromas and hints of stone. Full body, tight and bright. Lovely acidity and intensity. Drink now."
(7/24/2017) "Extremely perfumed with white peach and sliced apple aromas and hints of stone. Full body, tight and bright. Lovely acidity and intensity. Drink now."
Bodegas Ontanon "Vetiver" Rioja Viura 2014
Wine Spectator quotes a drinking window running through 2024 for this Top 100 winner. We're blowing it out for just $10.99 per bottle!
91
Wine Spectator
(12/15/2016) "This bold white marries expressive flavors to a muscular texture. Pear and quince notes mingle with brioche, chamomile and dried pineapple details, with juicy acidity and light tannins lending support. Lively now, this should harmonize with time. Drink now through 2024. 2,000 cases made."
(12/15/2016) "This bold white marries expressive flavors to a muscular texture. Pear and quince notes mingle with brioche, chamomile and dried pineapple details, with juicy acidity and light tannins lending support. Lively now, this should harmonize with time. Drink now through 2024. 2,000 cases made."
