An expressive single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from Rueda.
Appealing varietal aromas of nettle and green fruits balanced by tropical notes. The palate is vibrant with juicy grapefruit acidity, herbaceous characters and good length.
Formed in 2010, Diez Siglos is a collective of 60 small to medium growers - who are working together to continue the winemaking traditions of Rueda. They use their combined expertise, their best vineyards, and a new winery with the latest technology to produce great wines typical of the region.Verdejo is at the heart of what they do - the clue is in the name - and their wines are structured and bright with fruit at the fore. In August 2022 Diez Siglos achieved Wineries for Climate Protection certification, the first and only specific certification for the wine sector in terms of environmental sustainability under the umbrella of the FEV (Spanish Wine Federation). It has four objectives: reduction of greenhouse gases, water management, waste reduction and renewable energies.
All nutrients for the vineyards come from local, organic fertilisers, from the previous year's green harvesting and vine clippings, and from the grape pomace remaining after fermentation which is all left on the soil to decompose. The collective already farms in an organic manner and will gradually obtain organic certification for all its vineyards over the coming years. The grapes are sourced from a 9 hectare parcel of Sauvignon Blanc at 750m altitude.
After harvesting by night (in cooler temperatures to maintain freshness) and selection, the grapes are cold-macerated for 10 hours before pressing. Temperature-controlled fermentation takes place in stainless steel, and then the wine remains on fine lees for four months before bottling.
Great with summer salads, risotto, and all kinds of fish and seafood dishes.