Blanco 2023 Ukan

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	White
Producer	Ukan
Vintage	2023
Country	Spain
Region	Rioja
Alcohol %	13%
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2032
Stock	48

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (92)

The new 2023 Blanco was produced with 90% Viura, 5% Tempranillo and the remaining 5% a mix of different varieties sourced from the heads of their old vineyards where they have low yields and very white soils. It fermented in 2,000-liter open-top oak vats with selected yeasts, went through malolactic in 225-liter French oak barrels and matured in barriques and a 1,600-liter concrete egg for 12 months. It has some spicy and creamy notes on the nose over a core of white fruit, flowers, pollen and a balsamic hint. It comes in at 13.3% alcohol, with a pH of 3.25 and 5.93 grams of acidity. It has a round mouthfeel and is medium- to full bodied, textured and rich, finishing dry.

Decanter (94)

Lemon juice, toasted almonds and green olive brine mingle with juicy lime and pear juice. Lovely nuance and fluidity supported by chiseled, well integrated acid. Touch of maretto on the finish. Lovely balance and presence balancing weight and verve with ease.