Blanco Verdejo
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2023
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Fresh seafood tapas, grilled white fish, or traditional Spanish paella de marisco.
✨ Technical Specifications
CVNE (Compaa Vcola del Norte de Espaa), a historic powerhouse founded in Rioja in 1879, brings its centuries-old winemaking pedigree to the high-altitude, sun-drenched plains of Castilla y Len with this vibrant Verdejo. Sourced from vineyards characterized by stony, gravel-rich soils and a harsh continental climate of hot days and cool nights, this wine captures the quintessential energy of the region. The grape itself, Verdejo, has thrived in Castilla y Len since the 11th century, likely introduced during the reign of King Alfonso VI. Fermented entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel to preserve its intense primary aromatics, this wine showcases classic notes of wild herbs, fennel, crisp green apple, and bright citrus, backed by a signature mineral finish.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1879 by brothers Raimundo and Eusebio Real de Asúa, the Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España (CVNE) is one of Rioja's foundational and most prestigious historic bodegas, headquartered in the iconic Barrio de la Estación in Haro, Spain. Still under the stewardship of the founding family's descendants, CVNE harmoniously bridges traditional winemaking heritage with pioneering technical innovation across its distinct estates and cellars. The estate is celebrated for crafting world-renowned, age-worthy wines characterized by elegance, structure, and balance, predominantly driven by Tempranillo and native Riojan varieties. Among its celebrated portfolio are legendary classic benchmarks such as Imperial, Viña Real, and the single-estate icon Viñedos del Contino.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Verdejo (min 85%), Sauvignon Blanc