La Merced 2018

Wine Description for La Merced 2018 by Laderas de Montejurra

Colour & Appearance

Luminous pale gold in the glass, suggesting careful maturation. Clear and brilliant.

Nose

Fascinatingly mineral and cool in character. The wine displays yellow apple and quince in a remarkable balance between ripeness and crisp freshness. The bouquet possesses surprising depth and intensity – here you sense the complexity of the blend of Grenache Blanc, Viura and Malvasia.

Palate

Here the true class of this wine reveals itself: La Merced unites playful drinkability with serious complexity. Considerable body, creamy texture and simultaneously electrifying tension. The oak – presumably from subtle barrel ageing – is beautifully integrated and lends the wine additional dimension, without ever becoming obtrusive. The sweet fruit fullness meets a subtle herbal bitterness that grounds the wine and gives it personality.

Finish

Medium to long, with lingering fruit and a fine bitter note that invites the next sip. Remarkably well-balanced.

Grape Variety & Vinification

An intelligent blend of Grenache Blanc, Viura and Malvasia. The wine was aged partly in oak, which gives it its creamy texture and multi-layered structure without compromising freshness.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Perfect with grilled sea bass, scallops in butter, risotto with porcini mushrooms or creamy goat’s cheese. Also an excellent choice with roasted chicken with herbs.

Special Features

This wine from Navarra positions itself as a convincing alternative to the often pricier barrel-aged white Riojas. It offers personality, drinkability and complexity at an attractive price-to-quality ratio. A hidden gem for lovers of characterful Spanish white wines.