2024 Hispano Suizas Albariño Finca Casa Julia

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The fantastic Albariño Finca Casa Julia is, as the name suggests, a 100% Albariño from the Utiel-Requena Designation of Origin. Finca Casa Julia is the first Mediterranean Albariño ever! The Albariño grape is particularly famous in the Rias Baixas , used for fine white wines. In that region, the Albariño grape thrives thanks to the influences of the Atlantic Ocean. The top house HispanoSuizas was the first to produce a fantastic Mediterranean Albariño by utilizing the altitude of the vineyards (approximately 750 meters), the continental climate, the large day/night temperature difference, and the influence of the Mediterranean Sea. These elements are necessary to make a very fine wine from the Albariño that is also distinctive.

In the glass, Finca Casa Julia displays the typical Albarino yellow color with a green tinge. On the nose, the Albariño Finca Casa Julia is very intense, fruity, and floral, with a light hint of oak that is very well integrated. On the palate, it is fruity with fine acidity, as befits a fine Albarino, giving a very elegant sensation. The good acidity makes you long for another sip and gives the wine a beautiful, elegant, long finish. This is a serious, complex Albarino that also ages excellently and is certainly not run-of-the-mill. In terms of style, it leans more towards a Pazo Barrantes, certainly partly due to the oak aging and long maturation.

Do not serve this fine wine too cold. In fact, for all more complex white wines, we recommend a drinking temperature of around 10-12°C – certainly no colder. Any sediment that may be noticed in the wine is natural, as they process the wine with minimal filtration to fully appreciate its quality. Ideal to pair with seafood, fish, aged cheese, vegetables, smoked food, seafood rice, or white meat.

WINEMAKING

They select the best grapes of low-yielding varieties from our own Albariño vineyards, with a planting density of 4,000 plants per hectare. The grapes are collected in special boxes of 15 kg each. The harvest takes place only in the morning to ensure the grapes maintain the correct temperature until they reach the cellar. Once in the cellar, the full boxes are placed in a cold room and the grapes are stored at -10 °C.

They very selectively select the best grapes, and then the bunches are destemmed and crushed. All the resulting grape pulp then goes into a stainless steel tank with a cooling system to subject the grapes to cold skin maceration (8 °C).

Next, the grapes go to a pneumatic press for a light pressing of a maximum of 0.5 bar. The must extracted from the press is statically decanted for 24 hours, and subsequently, only the clean portion of the must is transferred for fermentation to new American oak barrels with a capacity of 400 liters and a temperature of 16°C. Once fermentation is complete, it is stored on the lees (sur lie) in exclusive Galileo tanks (spherical cement tanks with a radiating surface) until bottling.

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.

Block Bundle Options No
Type of Wine White
Country Spain
Region Valencia
Appellation Utiel Requena
Winery Hispano Suizas
Grape Albarino
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2024
Drinking as of 2026
Drinking till 2032
Alcohol % 14
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Promotion Tier Price
Vinous rating 91
Tasting Profiles Bloemig, Complex, Fris, Fruitig, Houtgerijpt, Wit fruit
Drink moments Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Terras
Sommy Pairing Beschrijving Deze Albariño toont een heldere, licht goudgele kleur en geeft een intens fruitig en bloemig profiel met frisse citrustoetsen, mooie rijpe pruim en een subtiele, goed geïntegreerde eikenhouten hint die samen zorgen voor een levendige zuurgraad en een lange, elegante afdronk. Door die frisse zuren en het lichte hout past de wijn uitstekend bij zeevruchten en witte vis omdat hij vet en zoutigheid snijdt, bij gerookte bereidingen en oude kazen omdat hij genoeg body en complexiteit heeft, en bij gevogelte of vegetarische gerechten met citrus of romige sauzen omdat hij zowel verfrist als ondersteunt; bijzonder geslaagd zijn bereidingen als gegrilde zeebaars, ceviche, romige schaal- en schelpdierensoepen, licht gerookte zalm of geroosterde kip met citroen en kruiden. Serveer de wijn niet te koud rond 10-12°C zodat de aroma’s en de subtiele eik goed tot hun recht komen.

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The Hispano Suizas estate is the story of the conviction to make a dream come true.

The history of the Hispano Suizas winery

Hispano Suizas was founded in 2006 by three passionate winemakers with a shared vision to create a world-class winery. Pablo Ossorio, Rafael Navarro, and Marc Grin were united by their common passion for wine and their desire to introduce innovations in viticulture. With their extensive experience in both national and international wine markets, they transformed Hispano Suizas into a winery that gained significant recognition in a short time. The winery has been awarded numerous prizes and is loved by wine enthusiasts worldwide.

Their goal: To produce high-quality wine and make it accessible to the growing number of wine lovers. This requires daily care and attention to ensure the best way to produce exceptional wine. They have been meticulous and patient during production, knowing that the right combination can yield an exceptionally beautiful result. The ambition is high; producing masterful wine and making it accessible to the consumer are often conflicting goals.

The region where Hispano Suizas is located

Hispano Suizas is located in the Utiel-Requena region, Valencia, one of the most important wine areas in Spain. This region is part of the autonomous community of Valencia and enjoys an ideal climate for viticulture. With hot summers and cool nights, the area offers the perfect conditions for the development of complex and flavorful wines. The limestone-rich soil and the altitude of the vineyards contribute to the distinctive flavor profiles of the wines produced here.

Viticulture at Hispano Suizas

Hispano Suizas combines modern techniques with age-old methods to guarantee high quality. The wines grow in an area covering 61 hectares, 46 hectares of which surround the winery, while the remaining 15 hectares are only 500 meters away. The vineyards are meticulously maintained, with a focus on sustainable viticultural practices. The grapes are handpicked to ensure only the best quality is selected. Precision is maintained throughout the entire process, from grape cultivation to bottling, to ensure consistent quality.

What grape varieties are used?

Hispano Suizas uses a variety of grape types, both local and international. Some of the main grapes used include Bobal, a regional variety known for producing wines with deep color and robust flavor, and Tempranillo, renowned for its versatility and refinement. Additionally, grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir are cultivated to create unique blends and single varietals. For white wines, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay are used, resulting in fresh and aromatic products.

Approximately 4,000 vines grow per hectare, allowing the winery to work with great precision to cultivate and harvest the best quality grapes. The production per vine is only 2 kg. Due to the diversity of grapes grown, the harvest spans almost three months, starting with the cava in August and concluding with the red wines in October.

Ordering Hispano Suizas wines online?

Would you like to experience the wines of Hispano Suizas yourself? At Grandcruwijnen, you can easily order online. The wines are stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse to guarantee optimal quality. Additionally, you often receive a discount when you choose to pick up your order. This discount is shown directly when you select ‘Pick Up’ at the checkout page. Visit our website and explore the extensive range of Hispano Suizas wines.

Deze Albariño toont een heldere, licht goudgele kleur en geeft een intens fruitig en bloemig profiel met frisse citrustoetsen, mooie rijpe pruim en een subtiele, goed geïntegreerde eikenhouten hint die samen zorgen voor een levendige zuurgraad en een lange, elegante afdronk. Door die frisse zuren en het lichte hout past de wijn uitstekend bij zeevruchten en witte vis omdat hij vet en zoutigheid snijdt, bij gerookte bereidingen en oude kazen omdat hij genoeg body en complexiteit heeft, en bij gevogelte of vegetarische gerechten met citrus of romige sauzen omdat hij zowel verfrist als ondersteunt; bijzonder geslaagd zijn bereidingen als gegrilde zeebaars, ceviche, romige schaal- en schelpdierensoepen, licht gerookte zalm of geroosterde kip met citroen en kruiden. Serveer de wijn niet te koud rond 10-12°C zodat de aroma’s en de subtiele eik goed tot hun recht komen.

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