COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Verdejo
PRODUCER
Marqués de Riscal
REGION
Castilla y León
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Baron de Chirel Verdejo 2018 is a white wine from Marqués de Riscal, crafted from 100% Verdejo grapes. The fruit originates from pre-phylloxera vines, over 100 years old, situated in Aldeanueva del Codonal and Aldehuela in the province of Segovia, Castilla y León. These ungrafted, bush-pruned vines grow at altitudes of 850-900 meters on granite and sandy soils. Marqués de Riscal, established in 1858, is a pioneering winery in Spain, recognized for its commitment to preserving heritage vines and its innovative approach to winemaking. The wine's distinctiveness lies in its use of ancient vines and its aging process, which contributes to its complexity and potential for development.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€45
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made from ungrafted, centenarian Verdejo vines.
Fact 02
Vineyards are located at 850-900 meters altitude.
Fact 03
Certified organic vineyards since 2018.
Fact 04
Named in tribute to a key figure in the winery's modernization.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Baron de Chirel Verdejo 2018 is produced from 100% Verdejo grapes sourced from ancient, ungrafted vines. The harvest is conducted by hand, with fruit carefully selected. Vinification involves using only the first must. Fermentation takes place in French oak barrels and large vats. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for six months on its fine lees with batonnage, utilizing both French oak barrels of various sizes and 3000-liter vats. The vineyards from which the grapes are sourced have been certified organic since 2018.
