The 2022 Clos Ibai Rioja Blanco is a beautifully textured and mineral-driven white Rioja crafted from organically farmed old-vine Viura and traditional field-blend varieties grown in the cool limestone soils of Rioja Alta. Made with a restrained, minimal-intervention approach, the wine focuses on freshness, savoury complexity and terroir expression rather than overt oak influence. The nose reveals lemon zest, white peach and pear layered alongside fennel, white flowers and subtle wet stone minerality, giving the wine impressive lift and elegance.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with bright natural acidity, gentle textural depth and a long mineral finish. Layers of citrus and orchard fruit are balanced by saline freshness, subtle lees complexity and delicate savoury notes, finishing vibrant, refined and beautifully detailed with excellent energy and precision.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2022 Clos Ibai Rioja Blanco is a wonderfully expressive modern Rioja Blanco - fresh, mineral and beautifully textured with impressive finesse and drinkability. Perfect with grilled seafood, tapas, roast chicken, Manchego or Mediterranean vegetable dishes. Enjoy now through 2032+.
