A White Blend From Central Spain

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A White Blend From Central Spain
Two popular white grapes...
Sauvignon Blanc And Moscatel


Wine Reviewed
Ness Blanco Ribera del Jucar DO 2009 13 % alcohol about $13

Let’s start by quoting the marketing materials. “Description: A blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Moscatel. Tasting Note: Golden straw in color, medium-bodied, showing aromas and flavors of summer and tropical fruits along with grassy and mineral hints. Lively and refreshing. Drink now. Score – 85 (Daniel Rogov at the wineloverspage website, January 29, 2011).“ And now for my review.

At the first sips this wine was long with tropical fruit and feathery. I started with Japanese rice crackers that intensified the wine and rendered it oily. The initial meal centered on a stovetop chicken leg cooked in mushrooms, onions, and spicy salsa. The wine responded with citrus and mouth-filling acidity. It was metallic. When paired with organic whole-wheat pasta this Spaniard offered refreshing acidity and citrus. Fresh cherries made it long and nicely acidic.

The review continues on my website.