De Alberto Dorado 50 cl

An embarrassment of riches, emanating aromatic layers of walnut, dried fruit and caramelised apple. Deeply charismatic and umami-driven with a mouth-coating dryness and moreish velveteen texture which enthrals and glides towards the eternal finish. A memorable experience.

Yet again, De Alberto’s latest release of their Dorado is uniquely exceptional. Heady aromas of linseed oil, hazelnut and sesame combine with zesty orange peel and bitter almond. Luscious on the palate but lifted by bright acidity, it is a fabulous blend of lively fruit and earthy solera complexity with a lick of savoury Vegemite (Marmite if necessary!). It is old Spain but also provides an exciting path to the future for the region. 2025-35

The NV De Alberto Dorado is one of the new old wines from Rueda, and one that seems to already be quite popular in Spain, perhaps because of the different presentation in a personalized bottle. It's a dorado white from Verdejo grapes produced in the old traditional oxidative way. It has notes of nuts and a volatile touch with a faint sensation of sweetness despite the fact that the wine is dry. It's approachable and easy to drink, in a more commercial profile. It's dry, with a slight bitterness in the finish and a volatile twist.