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Capitán Fanegas La Unión Blanco
2020
Rioja, Spain
14% ABV
Regular Price: $26
 

It is hard to believe, but I have never offered a white Rioja in one of my newsletters: this is a wrong that I must right! I have always loved traditional white Rioja — made from indigenous varietals like Viura, Malvasia and/or Garnacha Blanca, fermented and/or aged in oak barrels — though finding an affordable and delicious example has always eluded me. Too often they are made with noticeable amounts of Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc in an international style that strips the wine of its unique terruño and history. Although, when made right, these wines offer a complexity and richness unmatched in Spain; they are the country's best kept secret. I had given up hope of finding anything emblematic of the region and its style...

That is until I tasted the 2020 Capitán Fanegas Rioja Blanco, a stunning wine crafted by Mario Ruiz-Clavijo in La Unión, Rioja. The wine is a blend of traditional varietals from bush-trained vines grown on estate vineyards, made with modern techniques that are firmly rooted in history and tradition. The result is a beautiful Rioja Blanco that deftly balances power and definition with elegance and refreshment. Finally, a traditional white Rioja that epitomized all the special qualities of Spain's most historic white wine and one that I can finally share with all the Corkscrew customers!  

 
Capitán Fanegas
Capitán Fanegas is the personal project of Mario Ruiz-Clavijo from the historic Bodegas Marques de Arviza in Rioja, the third oldest estates in the region, founded in 1874. The philosophy behind the Capitán Fanegas wines is to make single vineyard expressions of Rioja that refelct and express the sites they come from. The wines are vinos de author; unique representations that are true to the Rioja style. Mario interferes as little as possible during the vinification process and believes these are vinos de guarda, wines that are meant to age.
 
La Unión 
The 2020 Capitán Fanegas La Unión Blanco is a blend of 70% Viura, 20% Malvasia and 10% Garnacha Blanca from two estate vineyards located at an elevation of 650 meters in La Unión: La Muela (old bush vines planted in 1964 on calcareous clay soil), and El Paleton (bush vines planted in 1997 on red clay soils with lot of pebbles). The grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged in oak barrels for 6 months with weekly bâttonage (lees stirring) to impart a rich texture, followed by 4 months in concrete; the wine does not go through malolactic fermentation, instead preserving an extra layer of freshness. Light gold color with brilliant lemon reflections. On the nose, aromas of wild flowers, tropical fruits, honeysuckle, savory herbs and discrete oak spice plume from the glass. The palate is richly textured from the bâtonnage, though impeccably balanced by a lithe acidity. Fleshy fruit flavors alongside beeswax, confit lemons and subtle oak notes flow into an elegant, refined and persistent finish. You can drink now, though I think this would age and develop beautifully over the next 5-10 years. This is an exceptional value in white Rioja: A wine that showcases the freshness, drinkability and versatility of the wines while also delivering complexity and power. Enjoy with a plate of Jamón Serrano with almonds and salt cod croquettes; braised vegetable dishes; or hake with garlic and clams. 
 
Usually $26, take advantage of 10% off 1-5 bottles ($23.40/BTL) 0r 15% off 6+ bottles ($22.10/BTL) for this week only (3/9/22 through 3/15/22). Get FREE LOCAL DELIVERY on only THREE bottles of this exceptional wine!
 
 
Eat Well, Drink Well
 


Laurent
Princeton Corkscrew Wine Shop

 

 

2020 Capitán Fanegas La Unión Rioja Blanco

 

                           Regular Price              Corkscrew Price

One Bottle                 $26                             $23.40                           10% Off                   

Six Bottles                 $156               $132.60($22.10/BTL)          15% Off                   

 
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