2023 Blanco

ABV: 12.5%

Grapes: 100% Viura

From: Rioja, Spain

Blend of Viura and half a dozen other grapes from an experimental vineyard in Rioja. Clean lemony flavours buttressed by a hint of butter from the lees.

Something a little different for an oaked Chardonnay fan.

Dedicating the Gran Cerdo label (which translates to Big Pig in Spanish) to the bank executives who wouldn't give him a loan to start his wine business, Gonzalo Grijalba has developed a bit of a cult following. He's extremely passionate about reclaiming the biodiversity of the earth he farms, and has eschewed more commercial practices involving pesticides and herbicides for more biodynamic methods.

Serve chilled. Allow 2 to 3 hours to cool in the fridge. Great with tapas, white meats, seafood, or vegetarian food.