Stephen Tanzer, the prestigious American winewriter in his July edition of Internacional Wine Cellar has rated Cuatro Rayas Verdejo with 88 points, one of the highest scores of DO RUEDA wines. Inspiracion Pampano RUeda has also been rated with 87 points. 88 points 2008 Agricola Castellana Cuatro Rayas Verdejo Rueda Pale yellow. Pungent aromas of cut grass, lemon rind and herbs. Light- bodied citrus and green apple flavors display modest concentration but are refreshingly brisk and focused. Finishes on a juicy citrus note, with good clarity and length. (Quality Wines of Spain, New York, NY) 87 points 2008 Agricola Castellana Inspiración Pámpano Rueda Greenish straw. Lime and white peach on the nose, with subtle nuances of anise and mint. Lithe, tangy citrus flavors are a tad hollow but provide nervy refreshment, with a note of talc adding cut. Serve this well-chilled. (Quality Wines of Spain, New York) |