Still White wine, 100%Verdejo DOP Valles de Benavente

• Exhibitor: BODEGAS OTERO
• Brand name: Valleoscuro Verdejo
• Sector: VINO BLANCO CON D.O. JOVEN/ DEL AÑO

 

WINEMAKING: The destemmed grapes, after macerating for 6/8 hours, were transferred to pneumatic presses where only the free-run juice was used. It was then clarified until a completely clean must was obtained, which would ferment between 14 and 16ºC in stainless steel tanks. It will remain on its fine lees for two months.

TASTING NOTE: Straw yellow. Fresh aromas of pear, fresh grass, and pineapple, with citrus touches. In the mouth, it is tasty with a good expression of fruit. A slight bitter finish lengthens its sensations.

Bodegas Otero is a centenarian family winery. Founded in 1906 in Valles de Benavente, it was the forerunner of the Prieto Picudo wines production and marketing. The Prieto Picudo variety is indigenous from Valles de Benavente. In Spain it is only cultivated in 3.200 Ha, making Prieto Picudo wines unique in the world with a very limited production. The Prieto Picudo variety is ideal for making aged reds and excellent bright rosés. The quality of Bodegas Otero wines has been acknowledged by the most prestigious prizes and ratings – Gold medals in Le Mondial du Vin de Bruxelles, 90 points Parker, 90 points Peñín, etc.