Javier San Pedro Ortega
Las Levantadas 2021
Rioja
Levantadas (raised) refers to the upper slopes of Javier’s estate vineyards, a place where white varietals like this retain a high level of acidity while ripening evenly. The results are powerful and precise, while keeping a freshness and lift from the sourcing and light winemaking hand.
Vineyard
Higher slopes from the already high elevation area of Rioja Alavesa give this wine a bracingly vibrant character.
Winemaking
A blend of 80% Viura, 10% Tempranillo Blanco and 10% Malvasia. Fermented and aged in stainless steel with four months of lees contact
Vintage Note
A cool but also dry year, with even and balanced ripening. September rain provided relief to most parts of Rioja.
Tasting Note
Fresh white peach and tangerine, with a pleasing structure build around the natural acidity in the wine.
Color
White
Appellation
Rioja
Alcohol
13.5%
Suggested Retail Price
$28
