Bequer Blanco Reserva 2019
Bequer Blanco Reserva
Viura
Bequer Blanco Reserva
Ripe apple with delicate lemon cream.
Golden yellow with straw-like reflections – like late summer light, captured in a glass. No dazzling brilliance, but warm depth, suggesting ripeness and wood. The wine appears settled without being heavy. An understated presence that promises substance.
On the nose, yellow apple, ripe apricot, with vanilla and a hint of caramel – almost like a warm apple strudel from a wood-fired oven. A delicate note of lemon cream and a subtle hint of oak add depth. Not a fruit explosion, but a calm, creamy aromatic tapestry with structure.
Soft, round, with gentle acidity. The wine lies on the tongue like polished wood – smooth yet firm. Yellow-fruited at its core, with subtle nutty nuances. The acidity remains discreetly in the background but provides enough freshness to prevent it from becoming broad.
Cuvée of Viura and Chardonnay – a combination of Spanish tradition and French finesse. The use of wood is noticeable but judiciously applied: barrique for structure, stainless steel for freshness. A classic Rioja approach, but with modern fine-tuning. Drinkability and sophistication go hand in hand here.
Four generations, one attitude: authentic Rioja, no frills.
If the term "family winery" can be taken seriously anywhere, it's at Escudero. Since 1852, the estate has been firmly rooted in Grávalos, a small town in the eastern part of the region. What started as a cellar under the family home is now a winery with a radiant reputation – run by four siblings who couldn't be more different but pour the same wine at the table: Jesús, María Ángeles, Amador, and José María.
For the family, tradition is not a museum but a toolbox. At Escudero, there's no cheering for the past; instead, they work towards the future. Old vines, lively soils, concrete tanks in the cellar if it helps with texture – here, experimentation is key, but never for its own sake. The goal: honest wines with clear provenance, unadulterated, long-lasting, and with character.
Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano – the classic Rioja craftsmanship is central to the Escudero family. But those who taste carefully will notice: there's more to it. Amador Escudero also sought land in Navarra – not out of boredom, but because grape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon can play their own unique game there. This results in wines that don't copy Rioja but expand upon it. What grows through its own strength should not be hindered – this is why the family now cultivates nearly 200 hectares of vineyards with its 4 estates, each with its own focus. No small feat, especially when everything is organic and harvested by hand.
Other wines from the winery
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Benito Escudero Gran Reserva
2011
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Benito Escudero Reserva
2016
Bodegas Escudero, Rioja#complexFull-bodied, spicy, and elegant17,00 €22,67 € / L17,00 €22,67 € / L -
Benito Escudero Crianza
2020
Bodegas Escudero, Rioja#multifacetedSpicy, elegant, and velvety13,25 €17,67 € / L13,25 €17,67 € / L -
Benito Escudero
Bodegas Escudero, Rioja#high upFull-bodied, spicy, and elegant9,50 €12,67 € / L9,50 €12,67 € / L -
The BODEGAS ESCUDERO Tasting Package
Bodegas Escudero, Rioja#bestofriojaDiscover the most traditional Rioja wines.6x premium Rioja wine.75,00 €86,00 €16,67 € / L75,00 €86,00 €16,67 € / L -
Cava Benito Escudero Brut Nature
Bodegas Escudero, Rioja#expressiveFresh, creamy, and mineral.15,95 €21,27 € / L15,95 €21,27 € / L -
Benito Escudero Crianza
2019
Bodegas Escudero, Rioja#multifacetedSpicy, elegant, and velvety13,25 €17,67 € / L13,25 €17,67 € / L -
Bequer Blanco Reserva
2019
Bodegas Escudero, Rioja#expressiveCreamy, yellow-fruited and rounded.19,75 €26,33 € / L19,75 €26,33 € / L -
Arvum
2005
Bodegas Escudero, Rioja#perfectly ripenedHearty, spicy, and complex59,00 €78,67 € / L59,00 €78,67 € / L
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Bequer Blanco Reserva
2019
Ripe apple with delicate lemon cream.
Golden yellow with straw-like reflections – like late summer light, captured in a glass. No dazzling brilliance, but warm depth, suggesting ripeness and wood. The wine appears settled without being heavy. An understated presence that promises substance.
On the nose, yellow apple, ripe apricot, with vanilla and a hint of caramel – almost like a warm apple strudel from a wood-fired oven. A delicate note of lemon cream and a subtle hint of oak add depth. Not a fruit explosion, but a calm, creamy aromatic tapestry with structure.
Soft, round, with gentle acidity. The wine lies on the tongue like polished wood – smooth yet firm. Yellow-fruited at its core, with subtle nutty nuances. The acidity remains discreetly in the background but provides enough freshness to prevent it from becoming broad.
Cuvée of Viura and Chardonnay – a combination of Spanish tradition and French finesse. The use of wood is noticeable but judiciously applied: barrique for structure, stainless steel for freshness. A classic Rioja approach, but with modern fine-tuning. Drinkability and sophistication go hand in hand here.