Bodegas Ontanon Vetiver Blanco

Harvest 2014: the 2014 vintage was better in terms of both quality and quantity than the two previous years despite less than ideal weather during harvest. The early stages in the vineyard were consistent resulting in strong and balanced grapes. Even though the last third of the harvest was affected by bad weather the rioja growers once again showed how well prepared they were to deal with such situations and managed to get the best out of each plot through selective harvesting. The early examples point to an age worthy vintage and we expect a high rating from the consejo regulador. Tasting notes: our vetiver blanco is a beautiful expression of viura rioja’s native white grape exhibiting intense aromas of ripe pears and peaches with hints of tropical fruit. They are tied together with distinct aromas of spice gained from five months spent aging in barrel. There is a balanced sweetness and acidity on the palate that gives way to refreshing notes of tropical fruits laced with citru