Ratings
WE 86 · 88 · 87 · 88 · 87 · 88 · 86
Identity
| Producer | El Coto de Rioja |
| Year | 2024 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 85% Viura, 10% Verdejo, 5% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Pale lemon to soft yellow with lime green edges |
| Aroma | Aromas of peaches, apples, citrus, tropical fruits, white flowers, and floral notes |
| Palate | Fresh and vibrant with lively acidity, dry and crisp finish, flavors of citrus, white fruit, tropical fruit, and a touch of minerality |
| Finish | Dry, fruity, crisp finish with a pithy and refreshing character |
| Food Pairing | seafood, grilled fish, cheeseboard, shrimp, lemon herb chicken |
| Serving Temp | 7-8 |
| Aging Potential | Not specified |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Aging Process | No oak aging; fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks |
| Fermentation | Fermentation lasted 12 to 20 days in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks at 14-18ºC to preserve fresh aromas and acidity |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 840 |
| Soil | Limestone and clay soils in Rioja Alta; stony, clay and limestone soils in Rioja Alavesa and Rioja Oriental |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes hand-picked into 350 kg crates to ensure pristine condition |
Interesting facts
| El Coto is the largest vineyard owner in Rioja with over 700 hectares across Rioja Alta, Rioja Baja, and Rioja Alavesa. The Finca Carbonera vineyard is the highest in Rioja at 840-875 meters altitude, ideal for white varieties. The winery uses sustainable practices and invests in modern facilities. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |