Latitud 42
Rioja Blanco Viura
La Rioja, Spain
Straw yellow tropical and citrus fruit aromas. On the palate, a bit off-dry, melon, pineapple and citrus flavors, with honey notes and lively acidity. Medium length finish. An ok $10 buck white. Prefer an Albariño. Drink now, no bottle age benefit. Tasting Sample.
Straw yellow tropical and citrus fruit aromas. On the palate, a bit off-dry, melon, pineapple and citrus flavors, with honey notes and lively acidity. Medium length finish. An ok $10 buck white. Prefer an Albariño. Drink now, no bottle age benefit. Tasting Sample.
Mar 17th, 2021
What a great surprise on this 4 year old white wine from Rioja. Shows a great nose with nice complexity. Easy drinking and fruit forward.
Dry on the palate with medium plus acidity.
Showing citrus, limes, wild flowers, earth, vegetables, tropical fruits, pineapples and spices.
Good right out of the bottle, and gets earthier as it opens up. Good by itself or with food. I paired it with Brie cheese by the lake.
100% Viura.
12.5% alcohol by volume.
89 points.
$11.
What a great surprise on this 4 year old white wine from Rioja. Shows a great nose with nice complexity. Easy drinking and fruit forward.
Dry on the palate with medium plus acidity.
Showing citrus, limes, wild flowers, earth, vegetables, tropical fruits, pineapples and spices.
Good right out of the bottle, and gets earthier as it opens up. Good by itself or with food. I paired it with Brie cheese by the lake.
100% Viura.
12.5% alcohol by volume.
89 points.
$11.
Straw yellow tropical and citrus fruit aromas. On the palate, a bit off-dry, melon, pineapple and citrus flavors, with honey notes and lively acidity. Medium length finish. An ok $10 buck white. Prefer an Albariño. Drink now, no bottle age benefit. Tasting Sample.
Straw yellow tropical and citrus fruit aromas. On the palate, a bit off-dry, melon, pineapple and citrus flavors, with honey notes and lively acidity. Medium length finish. An ok $10 buck white. Prefer an Albariño. Drink now, no bottle age benefit. Tasting Sample.
Sep 25th, 2019
This Rioja Blanco is 100% Viura. Light nose of baked quince and dried yellow flowers. Medium light bodied palate yields same with a hint of grapefruit zest. Medium acidity rounds it all out. A great white for complex and mildly spicy dishes. Paella would be a particular friend.
This Rioja Blanco is 100% Viura. Light nose of baked quince and dried yellow flowers. Medium light bodied palate yields same with a hint of grapefruit zest. Medium acidity rounds it all out. A great white for complex and mildly spicy dishes. Paella would be a particular friend.
Mar 9th, 2019
Latitud 42 – Rioja Blanco – 2023
Rioja DOCa | Spain 🇪🇸
Overview:
A very light, uncomplicated Viura-based Rioja Blanco aimed squarely at casual sipping. The focus here is simplicity and drinkability rather than depth or nuance, with an added emphasis on sustainability and regional biodiversity.
Aromas & Flavors:
Subtle and restrained, soft citrus peel, faint green apple, and a whisper of herbal notes. Clean but modest, without much aromatic lift or complexity.
Mouthfeel:
Light-bodied and easy, with gentle acidity and a straightforward, short finish. Designed to refresh rather than provoke.
Food Pairings:
Simple fare works best: light salads, mild cheeses, grilled vegetables, or as a low-key aperitif.
Verdict:
Nothing outstanding, but perfectly acceptable for those who enjoy very simple white styles. A glass or two will satisfy when expectations are set toward ease and sustainability over expression.
Did You Know?
Viura (Macabeo) is Rioja’s cornerstone white grape. While capable of complexity and aging in certain styles, it often shows a lighter, cleaner profile when vinified for early drinking, exactly the case here.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
A no-fuss, light-sipping white for relaxed moments, best appreciated by drinkers who value simplicity, eco-conscious production, and regional honesty over aromatic intensity.
Latitud 42 – Rioja Blanco – 2023
Rioja DOCa | Spain 🇪🇸
Overview:
A very light, uncomplicated Viura-based Rioja Blanco aimed squarely at casual sipping. The focus here is simplicity and drinkability rather than depth or nuance, with an added emphasis on sustainability and regional biodiversity.
Aromas & Flavors:
Subtle and restrained, soft citrus peel, faint green apple, and a whisper of herbal notes. Clean but modest, without much aromatic lift or complexity.
Mouthfeel:
Light-bodied and easy, with gentle acidity and a straightforward, short finish. Designed to refresh rather than provoke.
Food Pairings:
Simple fare works best: light salads, mild cheeses, grilled vegetables, or as a low-key aperitif.
Verdict:
Nothing outstanding, but perfectly acceptable for those who enjoy very simple white styles. A glass or two will satisfy when expectations are set toward ease and sustainability over expression.
Did You Know?
Viura (Macabeo) is Rioja’s cornerstone white grape. While capable of complexity and aging in certain styles, it often shows a lighter, cleaner profile when vinified for early drinking, exactly the case here.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
A no-fuss, light-sipping white for relaxed moments, best appreciated by drinkers who value simplicity, eco-conscious production, and regional honesty over aromatic intensity.
Crisp, citrus, and refreshing. Easily pairs with food and affordable.
Crisp, citrus, and refreshing. Easily pairs with food and affordable.
May 27th, 2020
Total Wine purchase, this is probably one of the few wines i have purchased in a long time that was almost un- drinkable, poured most of the bottle out!
Total Wine purchase, this is probably one of the few wines i have purchased in a long time that was almost un- drinkable, poured most of the bottle out!
Oct 2nd, 2019