Bodegas LAN 2022 Verdejo, Rueda, Spain

The Wine

A bright straw hints at the rich wine to follow, and it does not disappoint - aromas feature ripe fruits (maybe even a bit bruised?), floral notes and a tempting hint of anise. The wine is flavourful and fresh with good acidity and a long fruit-dominated finish.

The grapes were taken from a selection of plots whose vine age ranges from 17 to 30 years. The grapes come from two Estate vineyards (Los Llanos and Avutarda Estate) along with some from a long-standing supplier (El Gato Estate).

LAN's estate vineyards are located an astounding 2,300 feet above sea level. The owners divided the distinct vineyards based on the personality of the terroir.

In an effort to neutralize their impact on the environment, Bodegas LAN has adopted a lighter weight bottle, an important decision, as transportation of the finished wine is by far the biggest impact on a wine's carbon footprint and transportation costs as well!

The Winery

Two women; four hands working towards the same goal. Olga Tormo represents Castilian rigour and the identity of Verdejo. María Barúa is the heart and soul of LAN, the custodian of a style. That’s how the LAN Verdejo was born.

Bodegas LAN is a relative newcomer to the Rioja scene, having been founded in 1972. The name “LAN” is an acronym for the three provinces that make up Rioja - Logroño, Alava, and Navarra.

LAN produces some of the most consistent, value-driven Rioja while they remain a leader on the premium side as well. LAN’s iconic 72 hectare Viña Lanciano vineyard sits on a breathtaking natural meander along the Ebro river and is the basis for most of the company’s top bottlings.

The spirit of experimentation and innovation permeates the culture at LAN, and winemaker María Barúa is continually pushing the limits and preconceptions people have of the region.