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Rioja
Cune White Reserva
75cl bottle - 2020
In the past, CVNE produced uncompromising whites, designed for long aging. Fashion left us behind and sadly, this great tradition was lost.
Now it is back with Cune Blanco Reserva (among others). And this time, we don't care about fashions.
To enjoy without reservation.
James Suckling
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TimAtkin
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RP's Wine Advocate
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Production Zone
Rioja
Type of wine
White
Winery
CVNE
Aging
Reserva
Format
75cl
Grape variety used
Viura: 100% Viura: 100% Viura: 100% Viura: 100% Viura: 100% Viura: 100% Viura
Alcohol content
13%
Characteristics of the vineyard
Selection of our 9 hectares of white grapes in Torremontalbo planted in 1973. The vineyard is protected from frost by the small hill that gives it its name, Barbarroja, and which we selected given its quality for the production of this wine. The vines are bush vines located at just over 400m above sea level, with clay soils that help maintain humidity and boulders on the surface, facing south and with a slight slope.
Winemaking characteristics
The grapes were harvested by hand in mid-October, somewhat later than usual given the characteristics of the vintage. The grapes were harvested by hand in 20 kg boxes and quickly transported to the winery. We press gently in the presence of the stems and the must settles spontaneously in 24-48 hours before fermentation begins, one part in concrete and approximately half in a combination of a foudre and new French oak barrels and one wine barrel. After fermentation, the lees are worked by daily batonnages at the beginning, which are spaced over time depending on the tastings. The objective is to give volume to the wine without losing its nerve and liveliness. The wine is filtered before bottling. Aged for 18 months in casks and 6 months in the bottle.
Harvest Details
The harvest began on October 1 and ended on October 5. The vegetative state of the vineyard was very good in terms of health throughout the Rioja. Due to temperature fluctuations and small rainfall during the months of May and June, the quantity of grapes was reduced, obtaining concentrated bunches of great aromatic quality. The grapes were late compared to last year, but the low yields led to an earlier ripening, which made the harvest dates more even. The grapes were harvested calmly and staggered, allowing for a good selection of grapes both in the field and in the winery.
The white wine has maintained the primary aromas, good acidity, freshness and qualities typical of a white wine for cellaring.
Tasting notes
Pale yellow color.
The nose presents a good aromatic complexity where aromas of ripe white fruit and citrus intermingle with aromatic herbs, nuts and lactic notes.
The palate has a soft entry with fullness and fleshiness on the palate. Good acidity and long aftertaste.
Good companion for cheeses, white meats and fish both in sauce and grilled.
Serving temperature 8-10ºC.
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