Bodegas Roda
2020 Roda I Blanco
BLEND | Mainly Viura and a small part of Malvasía de Rioja and Garnacha Blanca
VINEYARDS | From some of the oldest vineyards - 80 years old, mostly in Haro and its surroundings - where white varieties are planted at the highest elevation in the poorest soils.
WINEMAKING | Maceration French oak vats equipped with temperature control, followed by fermentation in vat and French oak bocoy (700L barrel). 18 months aging in French oak bocoy and 18 months in bottle prior to its release.
PRESS | 95 JS
“Engaging minerality with a hint of meringue, pomelo, smoke and a touch of pastry and spices. Nicely phenolic and structured on the palate with a full body and creamy middle. Fresh, medium acidity lingers in the ample, long finish.”
PRESS | 93+ WA
“The second vintage of their white is the 2020 Roda I Blanco, which showed Rioja typicity and some developed aromas and pungent flavors, reflecting a year that is probably going to be approachable earlier on. It’s a powerful and ripe white, with very good freshness.”
PRESS | 93 VIN
“The 2020 Blanco Roda I is a blend of Viura, Malvasía Riojana, and Garnacha Blanca, sourced from old vines in Rioja Alta. Exhibiting a golden hue, the 2020 presents aromas characterized by wood-influenced and vermouth-like notes, complemented by hints of cola and vanilla. On the palate, it is dry, chalky and notably concentrated, with a vibrant and oily texture that contrasts with a lingering, rich and savory finish. Overall, this well-crafted Rioja white offers an oaky profile and a crowd-pleasing mouthfeel.”
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