Clos Ibai Rioja Blanco 2022

Fruit for the Clos Ibai Blanco 2022 came from three vineyards in the Baños de Ebro, Villabuena de Álava and Elciego areas of Rioja Alavesa. The soils and altitude are similar across the sites―clay/limestone at 450 metres. Each plot is certified organic, and the average age of the vines is 40 years. This year’s blend is majority Viura, with the balance a mix of other varieties, including Palomino, Malvasía and Garnacha Blanca. The parcels were picked by hand at the end of September and pressed as bunches to concrete and steel tanks for natural fermentation. The wine then matured on lees for eight months.