Javier Sanz Viticultor, Finca Saltamontes 2018 White

Javier Sanz Viticultor’s Finca Saltamontes 2018 is a distinctive white wine from Rueda, crafted from fruit grown in the historic El Pago de Saltamontes vineyard, a plot that survived the phylloxera outbreak. It reflects the estate’s commitment to preserving pre-phylloxera vineyards, local varieties, and sustainable winemaking, resulting in a wine with real character and sense of place.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this wine shows a bright, inviting appearance with a fresh, polished profile. The nose is elegant and layered, with notes that typically lean toward citrus, white flowers, and subtle herbaceous nuances, supported by a mineral undertone from the estate’s gravel and limestone soils. On the palate, it is fresh, balanced, and complex, with the kind of texture and depth that comes from careful harvesting and nine months of aging sur lie. The finish is refined and persistent, and while it is immediately enjoyable for its liveliness, it should also gain nuance over a few years in bottle.

Production
The fruit comes from El Pago de Saltamontes, a 150-year-old vineyard in La Seca, Valladolid, in the heart of Rueda. The estate’s terroir is shaped by gravel and limestone soils, a continental climate with marked day-night temperature swings, and very low humidity, all of which help preserve freshness and aromatic intensity. The grapes are carefully hand-harvested and the wine is aged for nine months sur lie to enhance texture and complexity.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with seafood, grilled fish, shellfish, sushi, roast chicken, and fresh vegetable dishes, especially those with herbs or citrus. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C, and decanting is not necessary unless you want to open it up a little more in advance for extra aromatic expression.

Producer
Javier Sanz Viticultor is a family estate with more than 150 years of winemaking history and is now carried forward by the fourth generation. Based in La Seca in Rueda, the winery is recognized for its dedication to preserving ancient vineyards and nearly forgotten local varieties, while combining tradition with sustainable practices that help define the region’s identity.

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