Rueda is a DO wine region (Denominación de Origen) of Spain.
Verdejo is the main grape used in White Rueda.
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Rueda has a Citrussy and Fruity touch. Nutty. Herbaceous. Excellent level of Acidity.
Rueda has a crisp acidity, and a lot of character. The profile is much like Sauvignon Blanc:
SUGAR | Dry | ||
BODY | Medium | ||
FRUIT | Medium | ||
ACIDITY | High | ||
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Rueda is very food friendly.
It pairs well with the same food as Sauvignon Blanc.
Spanish. Italian. Asian. Mexcican. Vegetarian.
Excellent Pairing:
Vegetables. Asparagus.
Olive Oil. Aioli. Raw Onions.
Mixed Salads with sharp Vinaigrettes.
Capers. Tomatoes. Olives.
Greek salad with Feta.
Beach Picnic. Tapas. Seafood.
Grilled fat Fish. Salmon. Trout. Sardines.
Lime Chicken.
Cheese:
Fresh cheese. Goat.
Pecorino. Feta. Mozzarella.
Spanish Spesialities:
Lechazo (Baby Lamb).
Fish Tacos. Seafood Paella.
A Tulip Shaped glass is the best choice for dry white wines.
It guides the wine to the center of your mouth, avoiding the sides, where acidity is less pleasant.
A smaller bowl also helps to serve smaller quantities, and keep the wine cold.
Remember to hold the glass by the stem!
Verdejo is the main grape in White Rueda (at least 50%).
Rueda Superior contains at least 85% Verdejo.
The Rueda wine region is located in the dry regions of Castilla y Leon.
The vines in this region have to work hard to grow and you can taste this in the White Rueda made mainly from the Verdejo grape.
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