Abel Mendoza, Blanco 5 Varietals, DOCa Rioja, Spain, 2024 (Case) Colomba Bianca The exception to Carr’s six

The exception to Carr’s six year minimum lees ageing rule is the new ‘A’ By Arras Premium Cuvee

Godello has become quite fashionable in the last few years and the best come from appellations such as Valdeorras

The hand painted bottles are not only eyecatching but reflect the quality and care put into producing this wine

It is crafted in a suave

The nose is enticing with floral aromas of violet

Abel Mendoza, Blanco 5 Varietals, DOCa Rioja, Spain, 2024 (Case) Colomba Bianca The exception to Carr’s sixThe nose is quite complex, with notes of smoke, yellow and white fruits, white flowers and balsamic aromas. The compact palate shows power as well as plenty of well integrated oak.