Erre Punto Blanco 2012

"But let’s start with the noteworthy 2011 Erre Punto Blanco, produced from Viura (70%) and Malvasia Riojana grapes from over 50-year-old vineyards planted on argilo-calcareous soils fermented and aged for eight months in new French oak barrels. It’s quite pale-colored, very aromatic with a leesy, creamy nose and an explosion of star anise, fennel and aniseed intermixed with notes of white flowers and a smoky hint. The palate shows great balance and good integration of the oak, with clean, pure flavors that linger in your mouth and a remarkable finish. A very good young, modern white Rioja already developing some complexity and classical personality that should increase with time in bottle. 12,000 bottles produced. Drink 2014-2018".