Nivarius 2023 Rioja - Tempranillo Blanco, Palacios Vinos de Finca

Nivarius Tempranillo Blanco 2023 Rioja DOC is a brilliant introduction to the wines of Palacios.
Made with 100% Tempranillo Blanco from the only specialist white wine winery in Rioja (they do produce excellent red wines also, but from separate vineyards) on clay vineyards at an altitude between 550-700 metres (with a small layer of sand on the surface).

Upon opening, It has good intensity on the nose with aromas of citrus and stone fruits, followed by a splendidly expressive agile palate with is rich and full but always long and clean with balanced acidity. A real find for us!

The Critics reviews for this new vintage of Nivarius are just starting to arrive!

90 Points James Suckling

91 Points Tim Atkin

Pretty good for a wine at this price, eh!!

Tempranillo Blanco is a mutation of Tempranillo (red) and was only approved for use in DOC Rioja as recently as 2007.
While the vignerons are still 'learning' this varietal, it has some stand out attributes - fantastic acidity and aromas - which are frequently lacking in white Spanish wines from warmer areas. A real find!!

Alc. Vol. 13.5%
Last Tasted: December 2024