Rueda
Rueda is a prominent Spanish wine region located in Castilla y León in north-central Spain, known for producing crisp, aromatic white wines primarily from the indigenous Verdejo grape. The region's continental climate with hot days, cool nights, and stony soils contributes to the distinctive character of its wines, which typically display bright acidity with notes of citrus, herbs, and a distinctive bitter almond finish. While Verdejo dominates production, Rueda also produces wines from Sauvignon Blanc and traditional Spanish varieties like Viura.
Wines from Rueda
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Kiki & Juan Blanco
Kiki & Juan sounds like the title of an indie rom-com, but it's actually the name behind this delightfully fresh Spanish white. Made primarily from Verdejo (Spain's answer to Sauvignon Blanc) with a touch of Viura for added complexity, this is the kind of unpretentious white that makes you question why you ever spent more than $15 on a bottle. The winemakers behind this project focus on sustainable practices and minimal intervention – basically letting the grapes do their thing without too much human meddling. The result is a wine that's vibrant, honest, and refreshing – like that friend who always tells you the truth but in a way that doesn't make you want to hide under the bed. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or as your go-to house white when you need something versatile that won't break the bank.
Kiki & Juan Orange
Orange wine might sound like something made from citrus, but it's actually white grapes made like a red wine – with the skins left on during fermentation. This technique is thousands of years old, but somehow still manages to be trendy, like vinyl records or fermenting your own kombucha. Kiki & Juan's take on orange wine uses primarily Verdejo grapes with some Albariño in the mix, giving it both structure and aromatic complexity. The extended skin contact creates that distinctive amber color and adds a fascinating textural element that makes this wine particularly food-friendly. It's funky but approachable – think of it as the gateway orange wine for people curious about this style but not quite ready for the full-on natural wine deep end. Perfect for impressing your wine-savvy friends or pairing with foods that normally stump wine pairings.