2022 Viña Mein Emilio Rojo Blanco Magnum

Winery Viña Mein / Emilio Rojo

Emilio Rojo is an iconic name within Ribeiro and is known for its extremely precise and small-scale approach. Since 2019, the estate has been part of the Pago de Carraovejas group, with the same team as Viña Mein responsible for vineyard management and vinification. The philosophy remains unchanged: an extreme focus on plot, grape, and detail, aiming to fully express the unique character of this historic vineyard. More information about this winery can be found under the Winery tab.

Region, climate and location

The Emilio Rojo vineyard is located in Ribeiro, in northwestern Spain, on the slopes of the Avia Valley near the village of Ibedo. The terraces face the morning sun, ensuring gradual and balanced ripening. The 2022 vintage was marked by extreme heat and drought, with temperatures regularly exceeding 40 degrees in the summer. Despite these conditions, the vines adapted well, resulting in concentrated yet surprisingly fresh wines.

Vineyards and grape varieties

The wine comes from a single vineyard with a traditional co-planting of local grape varieties: Treixadura, Lado, Godello, Albariño, Caíño Blanco, Torrontés, and Loureira. This blend of varieties reflects the historical diversity of Ribeiro and ensures complexity and balance. The vineyard consists of old terraces that were re-established in the 1980s and have been maintained with great care ever since. Each vine is individually assessed and harvested at the optimal moment.

Harvest, vinification and aging

The harvest took place in multiple passes in late August and early September. The grapes were carefully selected, both in the vineyard and upon arrival at the cellar. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts, where the wine matured for approximately 12 months. Subsequently, the wine was bottled and aged in the bottle for another 24 months before being released onto the market. This approach ensures a pure and transparent expression of the terroir.

Color, smell and taste

The wine has a clear, light golden-yellow color with a lively appearance. On the nose, refined aromas of citrus, white flowers, and wet stones emerge, complemented by spicy and slightly pollen-like notes. There is a distinct minerality on the nose typical of this vineyard.

On the palate, the wine is harmonious and precise, with a ripe fruit profile beautifully balanced by fresh acidity and a characteristic granite-like minerality. The structure is round but not heavy, with a refined texture and a long, elegant finish. The wine combines ripeness with tension and develops in layers in the glass.

Development and drinking window

The wine is already very drinkable but clearly has aging potential, especially considering this is a magnum. The drinking window is between 2025 and 2035, during which the wine will continue to develop towards greater complexity and integration of aromas.

Summary of professional reviews

According to Luis Gutiérrez (The Wine Advocate, 95 points), the 2022 Emilio Rojo is an example of precision and balance, with aromas of herbs, wet stones, and flowers. The wine combines ripeness with freshness and has a distinctive mineral tension that sets it apart within the region. The full review texts can be found in the tab: Professional reviews.

Wine & Food and Discount

If available, you will find the official factsheet and additional information about this fine wine in the 'Attachments' tab. We will automatically send these to you upon ordering this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to collect the wine, you will often receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you select 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, situated almost next to the A16 with ample parking. Click here for our address.

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