Characteristics:
Dry, crisp and fresh, with aromas of stone fruit, citrus and herbs. Elegant wine with an attractive balance between fruit and acidity and a lingering bitterness in the aftertaste. 100% Tempranillo Blanco from young vines.
Food pairing:
Fresh as aperitif, pairs well with white fish, shellfish and salads.
About this winery:
Bodegas Mateos is situated in Rioja Oriental near the Ebro river. To the north, the mountain range Sierra de Cantabria protects this region from the Atlantic rains and to the south, the Sierra de la Demanda shields it from the inland heat. The vineyards are planted in 4 different locations and the average age of the vines is 45 year. Focus lies on Tempranillo Tinto & Blanco, Graciano, Garnacha and Mazuelo. The Garnacha Cepas Viejas grows on a century-old vineyard located on the slopes of Mount Yerga.