Telmo Rodriguez El Transistor wine is a standout Spanish white wine originating from Rueda, crafted by the talented winemaker Telmo Rodriguez. This premium Verdejo grape blend boasts a vibrant, intricate flavour profile of ripe fruit, honey, herbs, and a mineral edge. It's beautifully structured, with rich subtleties and a sophisticated complexity that unfold on the palate. The finish is long and full-bodied, with a pleasant, lingering creaminess. Creating El Transistor involves unique winemaking methods, utilising wild yeasts and maturation in French oak barrels. This wine's extraordinary quality and character reflects Rodriguez's passionate commitment to emphasising Spain's indigenous varietals.

Tasting Notes

A fantastic full flavoured white with the citrus aroma of Verdejo underscored by gentle oak spices. Floral, spicy and complex.

About the Winery

Established in the heart of a paradisiacal Spanish vineyard, Telmo Rodriguez winery stands as a true embodiment of passion, enchantment and commitment. The main driving factor behind Rodriguez's wine-making philosophy is a combination of indigenous grape varieties, vintage wisdom and innovative landscape-focused techniques.

Obsessed with the concept of 'terroir', Rodriguez began his venture back in the 1990s, amidst the corporate-driven viticulture conformity. He championed the importance of the local vineyards, preserving the region’s authenticity by rejecting intrusive farming techniques and refusing to submit to the allure of international-flavoured wines.

Over the years, Rodriguez's portfolio has grown manifold. Now encompassing an impressive array of exquisite wines, it covers various land parcels from across Spain. Each vineyard is treated with unique care, optimising the microclimate, soil, altitude, and orientation to produce wines that truly embody their geographic identity. Indeed, the wines crafted under Rodriguez’s watchful eye are a jubilant celebration of Spain’s diverse viticulturist nature.

A warehouse-style structure houses the production facilities; which is both inviting and imposing, the vast wooden barrels and the smell of fermentation adding to its character, The winery’s eco-friendly philosophy stretches far beyond its wine production. Utilising solar power and striving for water conservation are notable features of their sustainability-centred practices.

Telmo Rodrigeuz' extraordinaire persona and approach shine through his eco-conscious wine range. A vital part in the sustainable wine movement, his wines are a powerful response to mass-produced, unoriginal wines and a heartfelt ode to Mother Nature herself. His passion for preserving the authenticity of Spanish viticulture remains unmatched and the quality of his wines testifies to this very tenet.

Capturing the essence of Spain in every bottle, Telley Rodriguez's relentless pursuit of authenticity has blazed a trail in the world of winemaking. Therein capturing the hearts, palates and imagination of wine enthusiasts everywhere.

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