Matsu La Jefa 2021
The charisma of a daring surprise
Vineyard
There are very few plots where the white grape predominates in the DO Toro, that is why La Jefa comes from a selection of a multitude white vines that are found alternately in old red grape vineyards (from 50 to 150 years old). The vines settle on sandy soils with a high granite stony component and are cultivated naturally as the tradition of Toro says.
Harvest
The harvest began on September 16 and was carried out manually.
Winemaking
Minimal intervention winemaking. Maceration with the skins for 4 hours, soft pressing and static racking. Spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts in new 600-liter French oak barrels, where it remains in contact with the fine lees.
Varieties
Malvasía Castellana and other varieties.
Alcohol content
13% Vol
Aging
14 months in new 600 l French oak “bocoyes” (big barrels), lightly toasted.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Straw yellow color, medium intensity, very bright, gray overtones.
Nose
Highly complex, notes of vanilla and ripe stone fruits stand out, accompanied by creamy notes. It is complemented with slight aniseed nuances, to reflect a nose harmonized by its aging in casks, sweet character and with a great diversity of nuances.
Palate
A mouth-filling, silky wine, great creaminess and very pleasant. But at the same time with good acidity, resulting in a very balanced and elegant wine. Very pleasant on the palate, where sweet nuances and fine texture stand out, increasing its complexity and richness.
92 poins
ABC Wine Guide 2023. 2019 vintage.
91 points
Peñín Guide 2022. 2019 vintage.
