Finca La Emperatriz Viura 2017

Wine Type:
Style of Wine:	Light & Crisp
Country of Origin:	Spain
Wine Region:	Rioja
Grape Varietal:	Viura
Bottle Format:	750mL
Case Size:	12 bottles
$251.40 Per Case ($20.95/btl) Out Of Stock, Expected: Jan, 2020

Tasting Notes

The vineyards established by the Empress of France, Eugenia de Montijo in Rioja Alta.

Made from selected parcels of 60 year old bush vines grown in fields covered with a 1 meter deep layer of large stones over sand and clay soils.

Hand harvested low yields of 42hL/ha. A short period of skin contact before fermenation followed by an additional 2 months of ageing on fine lees in stainless steel tanks.

Bright stony minerality and yellow plum with hints of passionfruit and wild flowers. Citrus driven palate shows underlying minerality and an elegant creamy texture. Ideal with seafood, fish and vegetable dishes.

Critical Praise

88 points, Penin Guide to Spanish Wine