Bodegas Manzanos, Castillo De Enériz Chardonnay, Navarra, Spain, 2023
Producer Profile
On the border between Rioja and Navarra, Victor Manzanos carries on the work of the four generations before him.
With over 250ha of owned vineyards at his disposal, including some of the oldest vines in Rioja, Bodegas Manzanos is fortunately placed to put both the sub-region of Rioja Oriental and the name Manzanos firmly on the map as one of the most important areas and producers in Rioja. This range of wines is a modern take on the traditional landscape of Rioja, championing the native grape varieties, Tempranillo, Viura and Garnacha. The team is the youngest in the region, a talented a group of people with the sole purpose of making wines that people will enjoy.
Viticulture
100ha of vineyards are planted on clay-limestone soil at an average height of 400m above sea level. Meticulous attention to detail in the vineyards, coupled with the extreme climate, offer the perfect conditions for the production of great wines. Grapes are all hand-picked in early October.
Winemaking
Fermentation in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature and matured on the lees.
Oak Ageing
No oak ageing
Tasting Note
Very bright lemon yellow colour with an intense tropical and stone fruits aroma. Fresh, with a typical silky touch on the mouth.
Food Matching
Seafood, chicken and pasta.
Chardonnay 100%
12.5%
Closure
Technical cork
Colour
White
Still wine
Case Size
12 x 75cl