($22, Classical Wines from Spain): Angel Rodriguez, the owner of Martínsancho, resurrected the Verdejo grape, the traditional cultivar of Rueda in the 1970s. King Juan Carlos of Spain recognized the importance of his work by awarding him the Cross of the Civil Order of Agriculture.  So it’s not surprising that this “Father of Rueda” should produce such a gorgeous wine.  Martínsancho’s 2013 captures Verdejo’s floral character and balances its almost white peach-like flavor and texture with riveting acidity.  This magical combination makes this sophisticated and versatile wine equally appealing with simple seafood or a more elaborate chicken breast in a rich and creamy mushroom sauce.
91 Michael Apstein Oct 28, 2014