Spanish white wine from the heart of Rueda, crafted from old-vine Verdejo and now beautifully evolved with nearly a decade of age.
PITA Finca La Cantera 2016 is a rich, complex Verdejo that shows just how well this Spanish white wine can age. Originally powerful and creamy in its youth, it has now settled into a more refined, layered style after around ten years in bottle. Deep golden in colour with bright clarity, it opens with aromas of baked citrus, yellow plum, dried apricot, and toasted brioche, alongside subtle vanilla and a gentle herbal edge typical of Verdejo. On the palate, this Rueda Verdejo is full-bodied and textured, with flavours of ripe stone fruit, almond, and a touch of spice, all supported by a still-present line of acidity that keeps it fresh. The oak is now fully integrated, bringing notes of pastry, cinnamon, and fine wood, while the finish is long, savoury, and slightly nutty with lingering herbal complexity. A beautifully mature Verdejo that combines richness with balance and real personality.
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"This is Verdejo with a bit of age and swagger – it’s gone from bold and creamy to something more savoury and complex. One for when you want a white with real depth."
Pita Family Wines is a small, quality-focused producer in Rueda, specialising in expressive Verdejo from carefully selected vineyard parcels. Working in the sandy, well-draining soils of Rubí de Bracamonte, they focus on low yields and meticulous vineyard selection, producing limited quantities of wines that highlight both fruit concentration and the ageing potential of this classic Spanish grape. Their approach combines traditional methods with thoughtful oak ageing to create structured, age-worthy Rueda wines. The Finca La Cantera 2016 production was limited to 3000 bottles.
This Rueda Verdejo shows a completely different side of Spanish white wine – aged, complex, and full of savoury character. With its combination of ripe fruit, integrated oak, and evolving herbal notes, it’s a brilliant option for those looking to explore how well high-quality Verdejo can develop over time.
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