Martue Blanco Nieva Sauvignon Blanc, D.O. Rueda, Spain, 2018, 750ml

Bodegas Vinedos de Nieva de Martue – In 1989 Jose Maria Herrero acquired 135 acres of verdejo and 12 acres of Sauvignon Blanc vineyards that had been neglected for many years. The vineyards varied in age up to 150 years old. In 2007 the Martue family purchased the bodega and all of the vineyards. Manuel Gonzalez brings all of his youthful enthusiasm to the bodega and has upgraded the bodega with all of the latest technological advancements. The bodega is located in the small village of Nieva in the southern portion of Rueda.

Vineyards – The bodega is known in the region for its vineyards, many of which are up to 150 years old. The estate vineyards have a very high sand content which is essential for growing the best Verdejo grapes. The bodega uses their top 35% for their wines.

Tasting Notes:

Subtle pale yellow color. Intense aroma of green grass, followed by fruit, peach, melon, mango and floral final. Easy on entering the mouth, the memories of fruits and flowers of the nose are subtly appearing. With an elegant step, it reaches the end of the mouth rich and leaving good memory.

Ideal to accompany fish such as turbot or hake, and seafood shell, oysters, clams, likewise paired with all kinds of cheese, perfect for the appetizer. serve between 5 – 8ºC.