Elefante Blanco

From the unyielding plains of Castilla la Mancha comes this aromatic and textural white wine. The blend of Spanish native varietals Macabeo, Viura and Verdejo with just a dash of Sauvignon Blanc results in a uniquely Spanish wine.

Ca​stilla La Mancha

The vast, high and dry plains of Castilla la Mancha comprise over 50% of Spain’s vineyards. The ancient soils and high altitude ensures the richly flavoured fruit maintains structure and tannin. Vineyards planted on the slopes of mountain ranges in the north and north east adds elegance to the wines.

Winemaking

Vineyard management is crucial to ensure balanced fruit without  excessive alcohol or sunburn. A fast and precise vinification is undertaken with fruit hand harvested in the early morning and  then fermented in stainless steel with temperature control preventing malo-lactic fermentation. The wine is then aged on lees for three months in tank.

2009 Vintage

A relatively warm and dry vintage. The conditions reduced yields and access to water was crucial. The harvest began two weeks earlier than normal but the quality was excellent with richly flavoured wines with an intensity even higher than average. The dry conditions resulted in cool nights that provided balancing acidity to the wines.

Tasting N​otes

Pale and fresh with a delicate green tint. The aromas are restrained but enticing with subtle stone fruit and citrus. The palate follows the theme with originally delicate mineral and stone flavours building to a textural mid palate that is mouth coating and persistent. Fine natural acidity provides length and finesse.