BODEGA CONTADOR | QUE BONITO CACAREABA 2021 75cl

Qué Bonito Cacareaba 2021 is a white wine from the D.O.Ca. Rioja, produced by Bodegas Contador under the direction of renowned winemaker Benjamín Romeo. This wine stands out for its complexity, elegance, and aging potential.

Characteristics

Vintage: 2021

Grape varieties: Garnacha Blanca, Viura, and Malvasía

Wine type: Aged white wine

Winery: Bodegas Contador

Country: Spain

Region: D.O.Ca. Rioja

Format: 750 ml

Alcohol (%): 15% vol.

Aging: Aged in French oak barrels

Serving temperature: 10–12 °C

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Brilliant golden color with metallic reflections.

Nose: Intense aromas of stone fruit, citrus, aromatic herbs, and spicy notes.

Palate: Creamy and fresh entry, with good acidity, volume, and a long, persistent finish.

Special Production

Vineyard: Grapes from vineyards in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, bush-trained and dry-farmed, with clay-limestone and alluvial soils.

Harvest: Manual, carried out early in the morning.

Winemaking: Cold maceration for 24 hours, fermentation in new French oak barrels at controlled temperatures, followed by aging on lees.

Pairing

Ideal for accompanying roasted turbot, smoked eel, aged cheeses, and fine dining dishes.

Qué Bonito Cacareaba 2021 is a sublime expression of Riojan white wines, reflecting Bodegas Contador's passion and commitment to enological excellence.