Pluvium Winemaker Selection Vino Blanco

Key characteristics:

Pluvium Winemaker Selection Vino Blanco is an exquisite Spanish white wine, a testament to Vicente Gandia’s century-old winemaking heritage and commitment to quality. This “Winemaker Selection” skillfully blends the vibrant character of Sauvignon Blanc with the unique charm of Merseguera, an indigenous Spanish grape, resulting in a wine celebrated for its elegance, complexity, and remarkable balance.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: Sauvignon Blanc, Merseguera. Merseguera is a native Spanish white grape, primarily cultivated along the southeastern coast of Spain, valued for its adaptability and contribution to fresh, aromatic blends.
• Appearance: A golden yellow colour.
• Aroma: On the nose shows notes of apricot, tropical fruit and honey while the underlying have notes of white flowers and hints of citrus which bring great freshness.
• Taste: Full-bodied in the mouth, but with a vibrant acidity that keeps the wine always well balanced. It offers a fresh and lively palate, often featuring nuances of peach, ripe apple, and lemon.
• Region: From the sun-drenched region of Valencia, Spain, specifically within the Alto Turia subzone, where calcareous soils and a unique microclimate with significant day-night temperature fluctuations contribute to optimal grape development.
• Pairing: Ideal with Mediterranean dishes such as pesto pasta, ravioli with herbs in tomato sauce, or simple pasta dishes with olive oil, lemon, fresh tomatoes, and greens. It also pairs wonderfully with grilled fish and vegetable dishes or as an aperitif.

Overall impression:

This wine offers a delightful and refreshing experience, harmonizing a full body with bright acidity for a truly balanced and versatile profile. It is a superb expression of Spanish white winemaking, perfect for enhancing a wide range of culinary occasions.

Extra notes:

• Vicente Gandia, the producer, is a highly acclaimed winery founded in 1885, recognized as “Best Spanish Winery” at AWC Vienna in 2014 and “Best European Winery” by CEUCO in both 2018 and 2022.
• The winery, a family-owned business for four generations, is one of the largest in the Valencian Community and is present in over 90 countries across 5 continents.