Agricola La Portera Tardano Macabeo 2024

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The 2024 Tardano Macabeo from Agricola La Portera is a vibrant, terroir-driven white from the heart of Rioja, showcasing the freshness, aromatic lift, and mineral precision that the estate has become known for. Crafted from old-vine Macabeo, this wine reflects a modern, minimal-intervention approach while celebrating the unique soils and climate of its hillside vineyards.

Technical Notes

• Grape Variety: 100% Macabeo (Viura)
• Appellation: Rioja DOCa
• Vineyards: High-altitude vineyards on limestone and clay soils; old vines hand-harvested
• Farming: Organic viticulture; low yields; careful canopy management
• Vinification: Native yeast fermentation in stainless steel and neutral barrels; aged on fine lees for texture; bottled unfined and unfiltered
• Alcohol: ~12.5% ABV

Terroir
The Tardano vineyards are planted on well-drained limestone and clay soils with cooler nights and moderate daytime temperatures, preserving acidity and aromatic intensity. The altitude and stony soils impart minerality, energy, and structure, allowing Macabeo to shine with precision and clarity.

Tasting Notes
Pale straw with green highlights, the 2024 vintage opens with aromas of green apple, white peach, citrus blossom, and crushed stone, layered with subtle hints of almond and fresh herbs. The palate is crisp, focused, and textured, offering flavors of pear, lemon zest, and saline minerality, balanced by lively acidity and a long, clean finish. This wine is refreshing, pure, and expressive of its Rioja Alavesa origins.

Agricola La Portera’s Tardano Macabeo 2024 is a fresh, precise, and mineral-driven white ideal for pairing with oysters, seafood, grilled vegetables, or light cheeses. Vibrant and approachable, it highlights the elegance and terroir of old-vine Macabeo while remaining versatile and food-friendly