COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Viura, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Bodegas Campillo
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Campillo Blanco 2023 is a white wine from the Rioja Alavesa sub-region of Spain, produced by Bodegas Campillo, a winery within the Faustino family. It is a blend primarily featuring the Viura grape, often complemented by Chardonnay. The Rioja Alavesa region is characterized by its high-altitude vineyards, chalky clay, and limestone soils, which contribute to the wine's profile. Bodegas Campillo's winemaking philosophy is influenced by the Bordeaux château model, aiming for elegance and terroir expression.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Viura, the primary grape, is also known as Macabeo in other Spanish regions.
Fact 02
Campillo's white winemaking draws inspiration from the Bordeaux château model.
Fact 03
Rioja Alavesa vineyards can reach altitudes of up to 1200 meters.
Fact 04
Tempranillo Blanco, a newer authorized grape, is a mutation of red Tempranillo.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Campillo Blanco 2023 involves fermenting the Viura and Chardonnay grapes in small wooden barrels under controlled temperatures. Post-fermentation, the wine is aged for several months in French oak barriques. This method is employed to develop complexity and an aromatic profile, aligning with the winery's philosophy of producing elegant, terroir-driven white wines.
