The current winemaker has been working the vineyards since childhood. He learned the trade from his father and, with that influence, still creates the finest wines. This El Aritza was created because he was inspired by the "mighty trees" surrounding the vineyards. This inspired him to create the El Aritza wine series, which means "Wood-Aged Wines." The vineyards for this Sauvignon Blanc are located in the Utiel Requena wine region, where the vines are influenced by the sun and the ocean breeze. The fresh ocean breeze provides the harvest with plenty of freshness, allowing it to ripen evenly and slowly. The bunches can absorb everything from the rich soil structure and reach perfection. In the early morning, the bunches are partially harvested by hand to preserve their freshness.
The freshness is certainly there, a lively white wine with a richness of tropical fruit and lime peel. In the glass, it gleams beautifully light yellow with a green shimmer. It flows through the glass, offering nuances of gooseberry, fresh lemon, grapefruit, and some green herbs like mint. On the palate, the palate first encounters the ripe Sauvignon Blanc grape, offering plenty of freshness and minerality. Swirl the wine around the mouth, and it reveals a wealth of fruit, including citrus, green apple, and gooseberry. The beautifully fresh finish leaves a lingering aftertaste.
