COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Verdejo Malcorta
PRODUCER
Bodegas Javier Sanz Viticultor
REGION
Castilla y León
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The V Malcorta Singular Verdejo 2017 is a distinctive white wine produced by Bodegas Javier Sanz Viticultor. It is made exclusively from the Malcorta clone of the Verdejo grape, a variety that was nearly extinct. The winery's commitment to preserving this unique clone is central to its identity. The wine originates from the Rueda Denominación de Origen (DO) in Castilla y León, Spain, a region known for its continental climate. Bodegas Javier Sanz is a family winery with a five-generation history, focused on preserving old vineyards and native grapes through a philosophy of minimal intervention combined with modern techniques. The Malcorta clone's characteristics, including late ripening and small bunches, contribute to the wine's profile.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Malcorta means 'bad to cut' in Spanish, referring to the clone's difficult harvest.
Fact 02
This clone was almost extinct before Javier Sanz revived it.
Fact 03
The winery has a five-generation legacy of winemaking.
Fact 04
Javier Sanz owns 104 hectares of vineyards in Rueda.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for V Malcorta Singular Verdejo begins with a cold maceration of the grapes. Following pressing, the must undergoes a 24-hour settling period by gravity. Fermentation is carried out at temperatures below 15°C to preserve the aromatic profile of the fruit. The wine is then aged in stainless steel tanks. The harvest is performed mechanically.
