Nisia 2023 Verdejo 750ml

Varietal: Verdejo, 80 year old vines! This grape can be an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc Region: Rueda, Spain Style: Light Oak, Medium body, sustainably farmed Nose/Taste: Citrus, passion fruit. Pairings: Lime chicken, fish tacos, summer salads, manchego or feta cheese, green veggies Critical Acclaim for the 2018 Vintage: JD 91 Jeb Dunnuck Looking first at the 2018 Nisia, which is all Verdjo brought up in neutral barrels, this lively yet concentrated white has a richer nose of salted citrus, honeyed minerals, and toasted spices. These a carry to a medium-bodied white with a layered mouthfeel, plenty of fruit, and a terrific spine of acidity. It's beautifully done, has a touch of background oak, and is going to shine on the dinner table. WW 90 Wilfred Wong of Wine.com COMMENTARY: The 2018 Bodegas Ordoñez Nisia is a juicy Verdejo with almost a New World style about it. TASTING NOTES: This wine is brisk and lively with juicy aromas and flavors of dried earth and plenty of pre