Bodegas Ontañón Tempranillo Blanco 2024

In 1988, a wine grower in the Rioja Baja region made a remarkable discovery — one vine among his red Tempranillo had produced yellow-green clusters of grapes. After years of investigation, the Consejo Regulador of Rioja confirmed it as a natural mutation of the red grape. Tempranillo Blanco is found only in Rioja, and since 2007 has been officially permitted in white Rioja DOC wines. Only a handful of growers have it. Bodegas Ontañón planted their vines in 2010 and released their first vintage in 2016 — making this one of the most distinctive and genuinely rare white wines in Spain.

About This Wine

Made from 100% Tempranillo Blanco — a natural white mutation of the famous red Tempranillo grape, found exclusively in Rioja. Bodegas Ontañón were among the first to recognise its potential, and this wine is a testament to that vision: aromatic, textured, and unlike anything else in the white wine world. Vegan-friendly.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Bright pale gold with green highlights.
Nose: Intensely aromatic — tropical fruit, pineapple, white flowers, and fresh citrus.
Palate: Textured and well-balanced with ripe stone fruit, crisp acidity, and a generous mid-palate.
Finish: Long and refreshing with a clean, fruity close.

Food Pairing

A natural match for seafood, grilled salmon, tapas, and light chicken dishes. Its tropical aromatics and crisp acidity make it a great aperitif or partner for Asian-inspired cuisine.

Details

Grape: Tempranillo Blanco
Region: Rioja, Spain
Farming: Vegan
Style: Crisp Refreshing White
Serving Temperature: 8–10°C
Alcohol: 13%
Bottle: 75cl
Drink: In the next three years