2020 Nivarius 'Edicion Limitada', Palacios Vinos de Finca
Rioja, Spain
Bodegas Nivarius specialises in the production of white wines from cool-climate vineyards in Rioja. This wine represents the perfect blend of the terroir and the cool-climate region, with its warm days and cool nights prolonging the ripening period and encouraging aromatic richness. The Viura grapes come from the sandy soils of the Najerilla, and the limestone soils of the Sonsierra, and are blended with Maturana Blanca from the Iregua Valley, grown in sandy soils. Maturana Blanca is an ancient native variety with small clusters and small, elliptical grapes which produces vibrant, tangy wines characterised by high, natural acidity.
In the glass it has an aromatic and complex bouquet of baked apple, floral and balsamic notes, layered with nutty tones and a hint of minerality. The palate is fresh, rounded and balanced, with lovely texture and finishes with stone fruits and a touch of almond.
Nivarius, meaning ‘snow-drift’, takes its name from the common sight of the snowy blanket which covers the vineyards in winter.
Whats in the bottle
Viura 70%, Maturana Blanca 30%
Notable Awards
94 Pts, Guía Peñín, 2017
95 Pts, Tim Atkin , 2017
90 Pts, James Suckling , 2017
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