2023 Sierra Cantabria Organza Blanco

Sustainability is central to the Eguren family. The vineyards have been cultivated according to organic viticulture principles for over thirty years. Consequently, chemical pesticides have not been used for a long time. The vineyards of Sierra Cantabria are protected from the cold northern winds by the Sierra Cantabria mountain range of the same name. The vineyard locations differ from one another in altitude, soil composition, orientation, and age of the vines. They all benefit from the confluence of Atlantic and Mediterranean climate influences. Each vineyard therefore has its own character, and it is these distinct characteristics (terroir) that the Eguren family wishes to reflect in their wines.

The Organza by Sierra Cantabria is a blend of Viura, Malvasia, and Garnacha Blanca grapes and comes from the old San Vicente de la Sonsierra vineyard. After manual harvesting, the grapes undergo cold maceration for 12 hours to extract extra flavor and aroma. Fermentation takes place in new French oak barrels, followed by barrel aging for 11 months and battonage (stirring of the dead yeast cells for extra body and volume) twice a week during the first 6 months.

This is a beautiful, refined white Rioja with lovely refined oak and a delicious butterscotch. White fruit on the nose, and on the palate good acidity and again beautiful fruit notes with refined oak and vanilla.

Sierra Cantabria embodies the essence of the Eguren family. More than 10 years ago, Marcos and Miguel Eguren created a white wine named "Organza," referring to the light fabric that adorns wedding dresses, signifying its softness and delicacy. A similar reference applies to "Sierra Cantabria Otoman," which refers to another type of silk, made from fabrics produced in Turkey. This fabric imparts the same vitality and freshness, while retaining the unique soft characteristics of the Sonsierra region, where the grapes for this wine originate.

FUN FACT: In the 'Attachments' tab, you will find the official factsheet for this fine wine. We will automatically send this 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, almost next to the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address.