The history of the DO Rueda is irremediably linked to the Verdejo variety and precisely Bodegas Naia decided to settle in 2002 in La Seca, in the heart of Rueda, with the purpose of getting the most out of the original clone of the Verdejo.
La Seca is a town whose municipal area is mostly planted with vineyards and where the exceptional climate and soil conditions and the imposing old vines make it the perfect enclave to make some of the best white wines in the world.
From the beginning, Bodegas Naia has based its work on a selection of old strains of the native Verdejo, planted in glass and has always tried to get wines with the authenticity that gives a rigorous work in the vineyard. Precisely the vineyard becomes the fundamental piece in the elaboration of the wines of Bodegas Naia.
Turned into such a short time in a reference mark in defense of the Verdejo, Naia reproduces the model of the great targets of the planet, fresh wines but also large, tasty and with character
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Bright straw. A lively, highly perfumed bouquet evokes fresh citrus and orchid fruits, jasmine and dusty minerals, and a hint of anise builds in the
Vinous Media 91 "Green-tinged straw. Fresh flowers, mineral-accented Meyer lemon, melon and an exotic hint of passion fruit on the deeply perfumed nose. Pliant and broad
International Wine Cellar 91 "Light, bright yellow. High-pitched citrus fruit and floral aromas accented by a zesty mineral note. Racy and incisive, offering intense
Wine Spectator 90 "Toasty and smoky notes frame pear, melon and blanched almond flavors in this white, with fresh acidity keeping the round texture focused.
"Bright straw. A lively, highly perfumed bouquet evokes fresh citrus and orchid fruits, jasmine and dusty minerals, and a hint of anise builds in the
" Lime and pear on the nose, with zesty herb and quinine qualities adding complexity. Firm and dry in the mouth, conveying good focus
Wine Spectator 91 "A sleek, firm texture carries harmonious flavors of pear, mint, tarragon and mineral in this lively white. Shows balance and depth. Notes of
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