Ontañón Rioja Blanco, DOCa Rioja 2023Sustainably produced Viura aged for 4 months in American oak and 6 months in bottle. A mellow white Rioja with a perfect balance of ripe tropical fruit and toasty brioche. Opulent aromas of pear and jasmine, with tropical notes and well integrated but obvious oak. The palate is poised with vanilla oak characters, but left fresh by balancing acidity. Flavours of pineapple, crisp lemon, and brioche notes on the finish. Lobster or langoustines with cream

the Domaine enjoys a rich ecological tapestry

southern Spain

giving it ample time to develop a host of nuanced secondary flavours

with a portion aged in oak barrels

A very fresh and exuberant nose with lots of white pulp fruit and floral notes

the heart of the Friulii Colli Orientali DOC in northeast Italy

the Bacchus grape reveals a wider spectrum of aromas

James Sparks

another name for an artists studio or workshop

harnesses solar energy

The fresh acidity provides a pleasing balance

In the 1950s