Donald's Verdejo - Neleman

In the glass, Donald's Verdejo - Neleman shines a bright straw yellow with delicate greenish reflections, clear and brilliant. The nose presents an intense, fresh bouquet of fruit, with juicy green apple, ripe lemon and lime leaves immediately standing out. Behind this unfold notes of pineapple and yellow peach, accompanied by hints of fennel and finely cut green grass that provide an appealing herbal spiciness.

On the palate, the wine is dry, straightforward and lively. The fruit of lemon and lime continues, supported by crisp apple and nuanced exotic pineapple notes. A touch of peach adds fullness, while its freshness creates tension. The structure is slender and precise, with lively, well-integrated acidity. The body remains medium-weight, with an elegant texture and a clean, refreshing finish.

Tannins play no role in this white wine; instead, crystal-clear freshness dominates. The style is clearly oriented towards the Old World: precise fruit, expressive acidity and a linear progression. The finish reveals fine citrus zest, a touch of fennel greens and a subtle mineral salinity that invites another sip.

As a varietal Verdejo from the Valencia region, this wine presents the typical characteristics of the grape variety: lively citrus aromas, herbal spiciness and invigorating freshness. The combination of limestone and clay soils lends the wine structure and a fine mineral note, focusing attention on the clarity and precision of the aromas.

• Wine colour: white, bright straw yellow with greenish reflections
• Grape variety: 100% Verdejo, produced as a varietal wine
• Origin: Valencia, Spain
• Taste: dry, fresh, fruit-driven
• Aromas: pineapple, peach, green apple, lemon, lime leaves, fennel, green grass
• Style: Old World, clearly structured, certified vegan
• Alcohol content: 12.0% vol.
• Residual sugar: approx. 2.6 g/l; total acidity: approx. 6.1 g/l

1. Intense aromas of citrus and stone fruit
2. Lively, precise acidity
3. Slender, elegant body
4. Subtle minerality from limestone and clay soils
5. Vegan white wine from organic cultivation

Donald's Verdejo - Neleman combines playful fruit with serious structure. The wine refreshes the senses while remaining elegant and clearly defined. The modern, artistic Burgundy-bottle design underscores its distinctive appearance and makes every bottle an eye-catcher on the table.

Production of Neleman's Donald's Verdejo

The grapes for Donald's Verdejo - Neleman come from selected vineyards around Valencia in eastern Spain. The Mediterranean climate brings warm, sunny days and cooler nights. These temperature differences preserve the aromatic freshness of the Verdejo grapes and encourage slow, even ripening. The limestone and clay soils provide an ideal foundation for expressive white wines with clear structure.

Organic cultivation is at the heart of Bodegas Neleman's approach. The vineyards are tended in harmony with nature, and the vines grow in an environment rich in biodiversity. The grapes are harvested selectively, with a focus on optimal ripeness and aromatic concentration. Carefully selected fruit provides the foundation for the precise, clear fruit in the glass.

After harvesting, the grapes are gently transported to the winery. Soft pressing preserves the delicate primary aromas of citrus fruit, apple and stone fruit. Fermentation takes place under temperature control in stainless-steel tanks, allowing the fresh fruit and typical Verdejo notes to express themselves undisturbed. The winemaker deliberately avoids the use of barriques, as the focus is on purity, clarity and freshness.

After fermentation, the wine rests on its fine lees for some time. This contact with the lees lends additional texture and a gently creamy impression without compromising its lightness. The result is a white wine with impressive aromatics, clear contours and a smooth mouthfeel. Bottling in the modern Burgundy bottle with its artistic presentation completes the distinctive style.

Neleman's winemaking style combines sustainability, creativity and precision. Every step in the vineyard and cellar serves a clear idea: Verdejo from Valencia with an independent profile, expressive fruit and engaging freshness.

Serving suggestions for Donald's Verdejo - Neleman

This Verdejo is an ideal match for Mediterranean cuisine. Its lively acidity and citrus fruit harmonise superbly with light starters, fresh salads and fish dishes. Grilled fish, seafood or lime-infused ceviche find a distinctive partner in this wine. It also makes an appealing pairing with sushi, Asian-inspired dishes featuring lemongrass or vegetarian dishes with fennel and herbs.

Soft goat's milk cheese, antipasti with marinated vegetables and olives develop an exciting aromatic interplay with this white wine. The notes of green apple and lemon create a fresh contrast to creamy components on the plate. Enjoyed on its own, the wine is refreshing on mild summer evenings on a balcony or terrace and accompanies convivial gatherings with friends just as well as a relaxed dinner for two.

Thanks to its clear, modern style, the wine is suitable for numerous occasions:

• Aperitif at garden parties or receptions
• Accompaniment to light business lunches
• Wine for an evening on the sofa with tapas
• Gift for lovers of fresh white wines
• Wine accompaniment to summer menus with fish and vegetables

The ideal serving temperature is around 11 to 13 °C. In a classic white-wine glass, the aromatic spectrum of lemon, peach, pineapple and fennel unfolds particularly impressively. Briefly chilling the wine in the refrigerator before serving brings its fresh structure and citrus fruit perfectly to the fore.

This wine is excellent for immediate enjoyment. Storing it for two to three years in a cool, dark room at a constant temperature preserves its freshness and clarity. Whether stored upright or slightly on its side, well away from strong odours, the wine's character remains unaltered. In this way, Donald's Verdejo from Neleman accompanies numerous moments of enjoyment with Spanish lightness and impressive fruit.

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