Like the Taganan parcels, the Benje wines are also from small plots on the volcanic slopes of Tenerife. Planted at even higher altitudes, this expression of Listan Blanco has racy acidity and a zippy olive brine palate. A fascinating volcanic white.
Region:
Tenerife
Appellation:
Ycoden-Daute-Isora
Variety / Blend:
Listán blanco:
Climate:
Atlantic
Soils:
Volcanic
Farming:
Practicing organic
Altitude:
1,000 metres
Fermentation:
in concrete, 25% extended skin contact
Ageing:
60% concrete, 40% old french barriques, on fine lees.