{"product_id":"2022-la-granja-nuestra-senora-de-remelluri-rioja-blanco","title":"2022 La Granja Nuestra Senora de Remelluri, Rioja Blanco","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"first-token\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSpain is frequently celebrated as a crucible of age-worthy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e monumental reds,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but the newly released 2022 Remelluri Blanco thoroughly rewrites the script on what high-altitude Rioja is capable of delivering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Conceived by visionary winemaker Telmo Rodríguez as his direct answer to the profound whites of Hermitage and Montrachet,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e this cuvée draws inspiration from his formative winemaking days alongside legends like Gérard Chave and the Perrin family of Château de Beaucastel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Sourced from 8.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e66 hectares of certified organic and biodynamic plots clinging to the limestone foothills between 605 and 805 meters,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this is an intricate field blend of indigenous and classic white varieties co-planted across regenerative,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e horse-tended soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yields hover at a minuscule 12.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 hectoliters per hectare,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e ensuring that intense natural concentration and structural rarity are etched into the core of every drop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cellar work remains an ode to patience and texture,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with each micro-parcel vinified separately using native yeasts across neutral foudres,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e barrels,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and concrete eggs before extended maturation in large casks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The resulting 2022 release stands as an undeniable global benchmark,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e securing an astonishing pair of 97-point reviews from both James Suckling and Master of Wine Tim Atkin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In the glass,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it radiates crystalline tension,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e crushed limestone minerality,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e white orchard fruit,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wild chamomile,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and subtle roasted sesame,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e framed by a broad,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e waxen mouthfeel and a taut,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e saline finish that goes on for minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For collectors who measure great dry whites by the standard of Domaine Leflaive or Chave,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Remelluri Blanco delivers the same level of soul,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pedigree,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and decades-long cellar trajectory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\" alt=\"James Suckling Wine Logo\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15.992646px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points, \u003c\/b\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has aromas of citrus, crusted salt and touches of ginger, seashells and stony austerity. The palate is fleshy, fresh, bright and medium- to full-bodied, with concentration and creamy, almost phenolic tension that together with the bright acidity adds depth and dimension. Serious and structured but pleasant and approachable. A joy to drink, but will evolve favorably over the years.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/tim_atkin_logo_240x240.png?v=1769834034\" alt=\"Tim Atkin Wine Review Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points, \u003c\/b\u003eTim Atkin, Master of Wine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNine different varieties are used to produce this world-class white from the dream team of Telmo Rodríguez and Pablo Eguzkiza, with Garnacha Blanca in the driving seat complemented by various Spanish and French grapes excluding Viura. This is among the best-ever releases, with jasmine and honeysuckle aromas, a palate of aniseed, pear, white peach, lime and lemongrass and a dab of oak spices.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_advoate_logo_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"Robert Parker Wine Advocate Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points, \u003c\/b\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white 2022 Blanco, produced with vines at high altitudes (between 605 and 805 meters above sea level). It's ripe, expressive and aromatic, with notes of acacia flowers, white fruit and pepper. It's tender and juicy, with spiciness and a creamy twist and ripeness reflecting the character of the very dry and warm year with 14.5% alcohol, a pH of 3.24 and 5.68 grams of acidity. It has a round and fleshy mouthfeel. It mixes varieties and different vinifications and matured in used barriques, foudres and concrete eggs for one year. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avanelle Wine Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48390993608758,"sku":"SOMM2611-REM22BLANCO-750","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022LaGranjaNuestraSenoradeRemelluri_RiojaBlanco_1.png?v=1793302742","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/products\/2022-la-granja-nuestra-senora-de-remelluri-rioja-blanco","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}