Grape · White
Verdejo
WhiteWSET level 3
Aromatic with characteristic fennel/anise note. High acidity despite warm climate. Can age on oak. Signature grape of Rueda.
- Origin
- Rueda, Spain
- Climate
- Continental, extreme
- Skin colour
- Green-yellow
- Alcohol
- 12-13.5%
- Ageing potential
- Young to medium
Taste profile
Aromas
- Citrus
- Fennel
- Herbs
- White peach
- Almond
Where does it grow?
- Rueda
- Castilla y León
Key wines
- Rueda Verdejo
- Rueda Reserva
Food
Tapas, seafood, grilled vegetables, Manchego
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