Bodegas Izadi - Selección Blanco 2021

In 1987, Gonzalo Antón, together with a group of friends and business people from nearby Vitoria, began a groundbreaking project in deepest Rioja Alavesa.

The village of Villabuena de Alava, where his family already grew grapes, was chosen as the location for the innovative bodega which would focus on making fine wine. Gonzalo’s knowledge of hotels and restaurants soon made Izadi one of the most highly-regarded wines in gastronomic circles. At the same time, the introduction of new winemaking techniques and continuous improvements in quality set a house style over time.

When Lalo Antón joined the company in 2000 it expanded and began to increase its exports. Projects, such as Finca Villacreces (D.O. Ribera del Duero), Bodegas Vetus (D.O. Toro) and Orben (D.O.Ca. Rioja), were undertaken under the name Artevino.

Commitment to quality, a bond with gastronomy and a love of the land are the cornerstones of Bodegas Izadi.

Lemon yellow in colour with bright green tones. Succulent white and tropical fruit, citrus, floral notes, and deep toasty and spicy aromas at the back. On the palate, it is a refreshing and flavourful wine with high structure, citrus and white fruit notes with a refreshing end with white flowers and lightly toasted reminiscences.

"A fresh and taut expression of Rioja Blanco, full of bright lemon zest, sliced green apples and minerals. A crunchy yet tactile, medium-bodied palate with a zingy thread of acidity. Tense and energetic. Drink now." - 92 Points, Wine Advocate

Producer: Bodegas Izadi

Country: Spain

Region: Rioja

Varietal: Viura, Maturana Blanca, Tempranillo Blanco, Garnacha Blanca, Malvasía, Turruntés

Appellation: Rioja DOCa

Vintage: 2021

Size: 750ml