Clípeo White 100% Tempranillo

DATA SHEET

Wine: White
Varieties: 100% White Tempranillo
Brand: Clípeo
Region: D.O.Ca. Rioja. Rioja Alta
Method: Ecological Viticulture

ORIGIN OF THE GRAPE

Vineyards planted almost 600 meters on terraces of clay-limestone soil and boulders in Alto Valle del Najerilla. This variety arose by an exposed genetic mutation of a strain of Tempranillo Tinto discovered 20 years ago, our vineyards being the oldest. Organic cultivation.

WINEMAKING​

Harvest: Carefully manual harvested in 15kg boxes.

Yeast: Natural not added.

Winemaking: “Despalillado” and vertical press with little pressure. Static defrosting and fermentation at 18º in stainless steel tanks. It stays on lees between 2 and 3 months.

TASTING SHEET​

Very bright straw yellow.

Discreet with notes of pineapple, reineta apple and white flowers.

Fresh, at the same time voluminous and with balanced natural acidity. Pineapple.

Pairing: White meats, seafood, fish.

Temp. service: 8-10ºC