Javier Sanz V Dulce de Invierno

Technical Specification

Winery

Javier Sanz

Country
Spain
Region
Rueda
Climate
Continental
Soil
Clay, stones
Type
White
Vintage
2015
Varieties
Verdejo 80% Gorda de Moldavi 20 %
Origin
Trellised vines grown in the village of La Seca. What is most peculiar about this wine is the blend of Verdejo and “Gorda de Moldavi” a grape of Rumanian origin, very similar to Moscatel.
Winemaking
V Dulce de Invierno is made with Verdejo and Gorda de Moldavi grapes that are frozen, late-harvested or dried. Following these three different methods to concentrate the sugar in the grapes they achieve two key characteristics: complexity and a high concentration of sugar (approx. 400g per litre) before the fermentation process. After fermentation the wine is further aged in French oak barrels, which give it further complexity and ageing potential.
Tasting Notes
Complexity is the attribute in “V Dulce”: Two varieties, three different ways of concentrating sugars: late harvest, freezing and a drying process and a touch of French oak to finish it off. The result is a nose displaying a vast array of aromas: grape, dried apricots, nuts, a touch of citrus peel, honey… Definitely sweet, full-bodied and mouth-coating in the palate, but balanced with the right acidity and just an interesting touch of bitterness.
Food Pairing
We recommend to serve it chilled (40-44ºF) to match cold desserts, (especially nut-based) and chocolate mousse. It is also a great companion to soft and blue cheeses.
Alcohol Content
10% Vol
Production
10,000 bottles
Winemaker
Santiago de Íscar