Phincas Thousand Mils Rioja Blanco 2018 75cl

Phincas Thousand Mils Rioja Blanco is an expressive orange wine, terroir‑driven white wine from the biodynamic vineyards of Bodegas Bhilar in the Alavesa zone of Rioja. Sourced from high‑altitude parcels planted on limestone‑rich soils, the grapes achieve a natural balance of ripeness, tension and aromatic purity. Farmed by hand and harvested in small batches, the fruit is pressed gently and fermented with native yeasts, allowing the wine to reflect its origin with clarity and precision. Ageing on lees in a combination of oak and concrete vessels adds texture, depth and subtle savoury complexity without overwhelming its vibrant fruit profile. Why You’ll Love It This is Rioja Blanco with real personality textural, mineral and beautifully poised. Thousand Mils captures the finesse of high‑altitude vineyards and the craftsmanship of one of Rioja’s most thoughtful producers. It’s a wine that appeals to lovers of characterful whites: layered, gastronomic and built on purity rather than overt oak. Meet the Producer Bodegas Bhilar is a small, quality‑driven estate run by winemaker David Sampedro, known for his commitment to organic and biodynamic farming. Working exclusively with estate vineyards, he focuses on low‑intervention winemaking that highlights the unique landscapes of Rioja Alavesa. His wines are celebrated for their elegance, authenticity and sense of place. Production Grapes are hand‑picked from limestone‑based vineyards at elevation, where cooler temperatures preserve acidity and aromatic freshness. After a gentle whole‑bunch press, the juice ferments spontaneously with indigenous yeasts. The wine is then matured on fine lees in a mix of oak barrels and concrete, building texture and complexity while maintaining a clean, mineral‑driven profile. Tasting Notes Aromatic and refined, the wine opens with notes of citrus blossom, pear, white peach and subtle herbal tones. The palate is layered and silky, combining ripe stone fruit with chalky minerality and a savoury, gently nutty undertone from lees ageing. Fresh acidity carries the wine into a long, elegant finish with hints of fennel, citrus peel and wet stone. Perfect Pairings Ideal with grilled sea bass, roasted chicken, shellfish, creamy risottos, vegetable paella, or dishes featuring fresh herbs and lemon. It also pairs beautifully with soft cheeses and tapas‑style plates. Grape Variety Primarily Viura with small proportions of other traditional white Rioja varieties.