Muga 2009 Barrel Fermented White (Rioja)

Country: Spain / Barrel Fermented
Variety: White Blend Northern Spain
Winery: Muga / Rioja

Clean lines and fresh, oak-tinged aromas is what this Viura (with 10% Malvasia) is all about. The nose starts with lemon, green apple and a spot of vanilla, while the juicy palate brings bright white fruits, toasty oak and smoke. Not overly complex but not rudimentary or dull. A nice food wine and probably the best barrel-fermented white from Muga we’ve tried.