Verdejo, Oro de Castilla

Regarded as a benchmark for Verdejo, this wine’s exceptional quality derives from the vineyard’s high altitude and limestone soil, lending a distinct brightness and minerality to the wine. Light bright yellow, with aromas of Meyer lemon and green apple accented by suggestions of chalky minerals and sea salt. Dry and racy on the palate, offering lively citrus fruit and fresh fig flavors and a subtle touch of tarragon. Closes on a juicy note, featuring resonating stoniness and very good focus and length.

The grapes are carefully hand-harvested during the cooler nighttime hours, when temperatures are below 15ºC. Cryo-maceration is employed in an oxygen-free environment to extract the distinct aromas of the grape variety. The wine matures on its lees for a minimum of 4 months with daily bâtonnage, enhancing the wine's body and character. After fermentation, there is no malolactic fermentation in order to retain the wine's fresh acidity.

Oro de Castilla is a family-owned winery located in Rueda, with a strong focus on crafting exceptionally high-quality wines. Its origins trace back to 1955 when Pablo del Villar Escudero arrived in Rueda, marking the inception of the del Villar family's engagement in the region. Later, between 1989 and 1990, the first vineyards were planted with the Verdejo, Sauvignon Blanc, and Tempranillo varieties. Oro de Castilla Verdejo is made in a classic style which showcases the bright, fresh and mineral flavors of this grape.