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This white Rioja is produced rather unusually from a blend of Tempranillo Blanco and Sauvignon Blanc. Rather than the bland Viura-based white Riojas, Eguren Ugarte’s Rioja Blanco Crianza is a modern style with lots of aromatics; it’s a very easy-to-drink white wine.
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| Vintage | 2020, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | White Wine, Aromatic White |
| Grape Variety | Tempranillo Blanco, Sauvignon Blanc |
| Wine Region | Rioja |
| Country | Spain |
| ABV | 2020: 13.0% |
| Oaked | Yes |
| Cork | Yes |
| Lifestyle | Vegan, Vegetarian, Certified Sustainable |
| Volume | 75cl |
| Drink By | 2027 – 2029 |
Eguren Ugarte Rioja Blanco Crianza meets my high expectations for white Rioja. I have the 2020 and 2021 vintages in stock. Far too many white Riojas taste bitter; more often than not they are produced from the rather neutral Viura or Macabeo grape and to produce flavours some winemakers can get a bit heavy-handed with oak, oxidation or both. This however is a whole different ball game…
This is a modern-style white Rioja that is produced 50/ 50 from Tempranillo Blanco and Sauvignon Blanc grapes, quite an unusual but interesting blend that yields very tasty results. Tempranillo Blanco is relatively rare and was only discovered in the late 1980s. It is a mutation of the black Tempranillo grape that we know and love from red Rioja. Its intense flavours and zesty acidity are an excellent match for Sauvignon Blanc. After the wine is fermented in stainless steel to preserve the fruit flavours and aged on its lees in barrel for structure and texture, the result is astonishing – a medium-bodied dry white wine with a smooth texture and flavours of citrus fruits and green apples with subtle tropical fruit and floral notes, hints of cloves and toast. A really interesting wine with no bitterness at all!
Eguren Ugarte Rioja Blanco Crianza is pretty consistent year on year. The 2021 vintage in Rioja was characterized by a mild spring and a warm dry summer with very timely rains at harvest time. This combination allowed the grapes to achieve optimal ripeness meaning concentrated flavours and to retain acidity. This balance between acidity and juicy fruit flavours is evident in this wine which is fresh, complex and aromatic.
Additionally, the Eguren Ugarte Rioja Blanco Crianza is sustainably produced, certified by the Basque organization HAZI, reflecting a commitment to environmentally friendly practices.
As you can imagine this wine will go very well with most fish and seafood including calamares, fried fish, scallops, lobster, prawns, monkfish and more. It is a natural partner for a fish or meat-based paella and the fruity style of this wine also makes it a good match for meat dishes with fruit like pork with apple.
Serve at: 10 – 12°C
Translated “Nose: Fruity and spicy, apple and boxwood. Sweet vanilla with toasted notes. Palate: Well structured, very long aftertaste.”
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