Bodegas Javier Sanz, D.O. Rueda

D.O. Rueda is a specialised white wine-only D.O. where Verdejo is the local star variety, accompanied by the international Sauvignon Blanc and a smattering of native Viura (Macabeo). 1.5 hours north-west of Madrid, Rueda is located on the high (700-800 metres), sandy soiled plateau of the Duero river. Climatically Continental with extreme temperatures in summer and winter, Rueda is also within reach of the Atlanic's cool/damp influence which provides frequent rain in autumn and spring.

Bodegas Javier Sanz is located in La Seca, in the province of Valladolid within the white wine only Rueda D.O. The winery is a family owned operation based on an estate that has a grape-growing tradition that stems back to the early 1900s.