COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Viura, Tempranillo Blanco
PRODUCER
Viña Salceda
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Viña Salceda Rioja Blanco Sobre Lías is a white wine from the Rioja region of Spain, produced by Viña Salceda. The 2023 vintage is crafted primarily from Viura grapes, with a touch of Tempranillo Blanco. The wine's distinctive 'Sobre Lías' designation signifies aging on its lees, a process that contributes to its texture. Viña Salceda, established in 1969 and owned by the Chivite family since 1998, is committed to high-quality winemaking that reflects the estate's terroir. The vineyards are managed using traditional viticultural methods, including manual practices.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Sobre Lías' means 'on lees' – a technique that adds creamy texture.
Fact 02
Viña Salceda was founded in Elciego, a historic winemaking town in Rioja Alavesa.
Fact 03
The Chivite family, owners since 1998, are a prominent name in Spanish wine.
Fact 04
The estate prioritizes manual vineyard practices, avoiding herbicides.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Viña Salceda Rioja Blanco Sobre Lías involves direct pressing of the grapes, followed by static racking. The varieties are fermented separately at controlled temperatures, typically between 14-16°C. Post-fermentation, the wine undergoes aging on its lees for about four months in concrete tanks. This 'Sobre Lías' technique is a key element in shaping the wine's texture and complexity.
