Jose Pariente, Rueda (Spain) Verdejo 2007

($17, Grapes of Spain): Verdejo—not to be confused with the Portuguese grape, Verdelho—is the primary grape of Rueda, one of Spain’s superb regions for white wines.  This one is lively and fresh with an ever so slightly waxy texture that adds to its overall appeal.  Bright and clean, its lemon-tinged flavors would complement grilled fish or crab cakes nicely. 89 Michael Apstein Aug 18, 2009