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Jorge Ordonez & Co Botani Moscatel Old Vines 2016
Jorge Ordonez & Co Botani Moscatel Old Vines 2016


 
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Bottle-size : 75 cl

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Ordoñez’ white wines at are made from the ‘Muscat of Alexandria’ grape variety, and sourced from the geographical area of La Axarquia, in the mountains that run parallel to the Mediterranean Sea. The Muscat grape has been cultivated here for over 2,000 years. The vineyards are situated on partially decomposed red slate, intermingled with white quartz. The scant topsoil is punctuated by outcroppings of the mother rock. The soil makes cultivation very difficult here, and labour is very intense due to the steep, 40 to 60-degree inclines. The vineyards are non-terraced and are planted over 400 meters above sea level. Mechanical work is impossible due to the crumbly slate and steep mountainsides. The thin topsoil forces the vines to develop roots deep into the rock desperately searching for moisture, which also attributes to the distinct minerality found in the grapes they produce. Ordoñez’ vineyards range from 40 years old to well over 100 years old, the average being 70.

The dry 2016 Botani Moscatel Old Vines fermented in stainless steel and was kept in contact with the lees for seven months. This is one of the new dry Muscats that is very good to have with Asian fusion cuisine. It has the very recognizable aromas of the variety with orange blossom and Moscatel pulp. It has a serious style (the second year like this) with very good freshness—it has the same pH as an Albariño—and a dry, sharp finish. This evolves in bottle in a style that can remind you of a Riesling. 72,000 bottles produced.Wine Advocate 90

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