Verdejo

ORIGIN AND HISTORY

Verdejo has its roots in the heart of Castilla y León, specifically in the Rueda Designation of Origin, where it has been cultivated for more than 10 centuries. It is believed to have been introduced to the Iberian Peninsula during the Middle Ages, probably by the Mozarabs, and it found its ideal habitat in the stony soils and continental climate of Rueda.

In our case, that origin holds even greater value: at Finca Saltamontes we cultivate the oldest vineyard in the D.O. Rueda, a living witness to the past that connects us with the most authentic history of this variety.

A UNIQUE CLONE

Our Verdejo is not just another one. It comes from a specific clone from La Seca, which gives it unique characteristics: thinner skin and a more golden hue. This singularity results in wines with exceptional elegance and aromatic complexity, where tradition and the identity of the terroir are expressed with purity.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VERDEJO GRAPE

Verdejo is a thick-skinned grape variety with a greenish color, which gives it excellent resistance to oxidation and strong character. Its cultivation requires cool nights, which encourages slow ripening and a perfect balance between sugar and acidity.

Wines made from Verdejo typically show a straw-yellow color with greenish highlights, a sign of freshness and youth.

WHAT DOES A VERDEJO WINE TASTE LIKE?

Verdejo wine is synonymous with vibrancy and aromatic expression. On the nose, it offers intense notes of white fruits (pear, apple), citrus (lime, grapefruit), and a distinctive herbal background, with hints of fennel and freshly cut grass. On the palate it is fresh, dry, with medium body, balanced acidity, and a slightly bitter finish, which is one of its signature traits.

That bitter touch, far from detracting, adds elegance and persistence, making Verdejo a versatile wine, ideal to enjoy on its own or paired with dishes such as seafood, fish, rice dishes, or Asian cuisine.