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Spanish White

Spanish White is a catch-all category of traditional Spanish white varieties. Examples of these wines include Verdejo, Viura, Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parellada, among others. Spanish White is a fascinating grape variety. You can use Wine Enthusiast’s online Buying Guide to find the top-rated Spanish White wines among our extensive Spanish White wine reviews and easy-to-use database. Our Spanish White reviews will give you a general idea what to expect from wines made from Spanish White, and will help you find one that best suits your needs.

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Domaine des Baumard NV Vert de l’Or Verdelho (Vin de France)

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A small parcel of Verdelho, planted originally in the 19th century and never officially recognized. The wine has a beautiful botrytis character, marked by pure acidity, by lemon and honey and great final freshness. Screwcap.  — R.V.  (6/1/2011)
92
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Bodegas Valderroa 2004 Pedrouzos 1.5L Godello (Valdeorras)

  1. $80
From extremely old Godello vines, this barrel-fermented wine comes only in magnums. It’s currently showing a lot of oak, but it’s also extremely well structured. It has an acid backbone that nobody could crack. Very serious, with intense apple, pear and minerality. Much like a fine Burgundy.  — M.S.  (9/1/2006)
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Rafael Palacios 2005 As Sortes Godello (Valdeorras)

  1. $35
Palacios started his Valdeorras winery in 2004, and in short order he has established himself as a quality leader. His As Sortes is 100% Godello, from dry-farmed vines with age. This wine is rich, with ample oak, fresh and dry fruit flavors, and a walnut-infused finish. Quite Burgundian in style.  — M.S.  (9/1/2006)
91
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J. & F. Lurton 2008 Hermanos Lurton Cuesta de Oro Verdejo (Rueda)

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  1. $35
Probably not to everyone's liking, but this oak-fermented Verdejo is a bit like Burgundy and/or white Bordeaux. Cured meat, match stick and pineapple-lemon aromas work their way onto the mildly oaky nose, while the palate has a vanilla-based lushness that works well. Rich, opulent and classy. A sincere food wine.  — W.E.  (5/12/2010)
91
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Marqués de Murrieta 2003 Capellanía Viura (Rioja)

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  1. $26
Lucid yellow in the glass, yet lightly oxidized on the nose. A spacy, unique Viura. There’s dry apricot and peach pit flavors, and the mouthfeel and acidity are impeccable. A treat for explorers; eschews all blueprints for modern white wine.  — M.S.  (6/1/2008)
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Garciarevalo 2006 Tres Olmos Verdejo (Rueda)

  1. $17
Fine Verdejo is more elusive than one might think. And Tres Olmos is that rare wine that smells great, tastes just right, and lingers for a long time on your teased and tested palate. Almond, pear and citrus aromas smartly give way to a smooth wave of blended citrus fruits. The finish is long and confident. Drink now.  — M.S.  (6/1/2008)
91
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Dos Victorias 2006 José Pariente Verdejo (Rueda)

  1. $17
An excellent Verdejo from Rueda is as good as fresh, crisp white wine from Spain gets. And the two Victorias that make José Pariente know their stuff. After an overly ripe 2005, this vintage shows more of Pariente’s patented lemon, citrus and mango flavors. The feel of the wine is super solid and the finish is long and properly acidic. It’s a treat for fans of…  — M.S.  (11/1/2007)
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Blanco Nieva 2010 Pie Franco Verdejo (Rueda)

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  1. $28
What a beauty this is. Strong-boned apple, green melon and minerally aromas are the greeting. The palate is pure and right, with piercing pineapple, lime and mild briney notes. Lasting and true late, with quality oozing up from the glass.  — M.S.  (11/1/2011)
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