Finca Nueva Viura Rioja 2020 750ml

Finca Nueva's Viura represents the often-overlooked white side of Rioja, showcasing how this traditional variety can produce wines of real character when handled with care. The 2020 vintage captures Viura at its most expressive, creating a white wine that balances freshness with the complexity that comes from thoughtful winemaking.

The wine presents a bright straw-yellow color with green reflections that hint at its freshness. On the nose, it offers an appealing mix of citrus and orchard fruits—lemon zest, green apple, and white peach—accompanied by delicate floral notes of white flowers and orange blossom. What distinguishes this from simple white wines is the subtle complexity from lees contact and careful handling: hints of almonds, fresh bread, and a distinctive mineral character. Light touches of vanilla and cream from oak aging add depth without overwhelming the fruit.

The palate reveals surprising depth for Viura at this price point. The texture is medium-bodied with a slight creaminess from lees work, while maintaining the bright acidity that makes the wine food-friendly. Citrus flavors dominate initially—lemon and grapefruit—before giving way to riper notes of pear and white peach. The oak influence is subtle and well-judged, adding complexity and texture without the heavy vanilla notes that can overwhelm white Rioja. Mid-palate, interesting notes of herbs, almonds, and minerals emerge.

Finca Nueva's 2020 Viura succeeds by taking a traditional variety seriously. This isn't just a white wine from a red wine producer—it's a thoughtfully made wine that shows Viura's potential. The finish is clean and persistent, with citrus and mineral notes that refresh the palate. This is versatile food wine, equally at home with seafood, poultry, or vegetarian dishes. An excellent value that proves white Rioja deserves more attention. Perfect for those seeking something different from the usual Spanish white wine options.