92 Points - Tm Atkin MW. Crafted from meticulously hand-harvested Malvasía grapes, Casa La Rad Viñedos Singulares Edición Especial is a stunning showcase of Rioja's white winemaking heritage. Grown at 546 metres altitude from 49-year-old vines, the grapes undergo a traditional skin-contact maceration before gentle pressing, enhancing texture and complexity. Aged for 8 to 10 months in a mix of French and American oak barriques, this wine delivers an elegant balance of ripe stone fruit, citrus zest, and white floral aromas, layered with delicate smoky and toasty nuances. On the palate, its silky richness is lifted by fresh acidity, leading to a long, mineral-driven finish.
Wine Press Ratings
92 Points - Tm Atkin MW (2022 Vintage)
Taste
This wine opens with intense aromas of white flowers and honey, complemented by layers of grapefruit, pineapple, and Paraguayo peach, all intertwined with subtle toasted and smoky notes from barrel ageing. On the palate, it is silky and well-structured, with delicate sweet nuances adding volume and depth. The long, elegant finish brings back the smoky and toasted tones, balanced by floral and mineral hints.
About the Producer
This family-owned estate in the northern foothills of the Iberian Massif (Valle de Ocón) encompasses 2,000 acres; composed of 1,360 acres of indigenous wood with a mixture of species from mountain and Mediterranean environments, 272 acres of vineyards, and 37 acres of olive groves. The remainder of the estate is dedicated to growing almonds and cereal crops.The winery's focus in production is to seek a balance between their activity and the local environment so as to sustain or improve its vitality and biodiversity. They see the environment as not just the part related to nature, but also that related to the human beings who live and work in those surroundings.