Is Verdejo a good wine?

Verdejo (“Vurr-day-ho”) is an uncommon, light-bodied white wine that grows almost exclusively in Spain. The wine is an outstanding alternative to wines like Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio, with surprising changes in flavors coming with age.

What is Rueda Verdejo?

Rueda DO Regulations All wines labeled “Rueda” must be made of at least 50% Verdejo grapes, but specifically “Rueda Verdejo” wines must be comprised of 85% Verdejo. This is almost never a problem for local producers, however, as most wines are simply made of 100% varietal Verdejo.

What is Rueda wine?

Rueda is a Spanish wine region located on the Duero river around 150 kilometers (c. 90 miles) northwest of the Spanish capital, Madrid, on roughly the same latuitude as Ribera del Duero region. It is known for its dry, aromatic white wines made predominantly from the Verdejo grape variety.

What is Verdejo wine similar to?

Very similar in style and flavor to Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris, Verdejo makes both a refreshing aperitif and good food pairing wine. Verdejo wines can be made into two distinctive styles. Most often, you’ll encounter Verdejo as a ready to drink, light and crisp wine with herbaceous notes and fresh fruit flavors.

Is Rueda a grape?

Wines labeled Rueda may contain up to 50% Sauvignon Blanc and other white grapes – a style that’s gaining popularity due to the familiarity of this grape. There is also a very small amount of red grapes planted in Rueda, labeled with a similiar classification method as Rioja (e.g. Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva).

Where is Rueda wine from?

Castilla y León
Rueda is Spain’s most famous white wine zone. It’s located in the northern central part of the country’s largest autonomía, or state: Castilla y León. Much of Castilla y León lies on the Meseta Central plateau.

What is Rueda famous for?

Rueda is Spain’s most famous white wine zone. It’s located in the northern central part of the country’s largest autonomía, or state: Castilla y León. Much of Castilla y León lies on the Meseta Central plateau.