Bodegas Arautava Listan Blanco 2023 750ml

• 100% Listán Blanco (Palomino).
• Sourced from ungrafted centenary vines at 500-600m altitude in the village of La Piñera.
• Volcanic mother rock with thin clay topsoil.
• Direct-pressed and fermented with indigenous yeast in tank.
• Aged 3-4 months in tank before bottling.

• Country: Spain
• Region: Canary Islands
• Size: 750ml
• Color: White
• Alcohol by Vol: 13.0%

Varietal

Palomino

Palomino is a white grape variety best known as the primary grape used in Sherry production in Spain’s Jerez region. It thrives in the region’s chalky albariza soils, which help retain moisture in the hot, dry climate, allowing the grape to maintain its naturally low acidity and neutral flavor profile.

What makes Palomino unique is its ability to transform through the winemaking process rather than relying on strong varietal character. When aged under flor (a layer of yeast), it produces the delicate, saline-driven styles of Fino and Manzanilla Sherry. In oxidative aging, it develops into richer, nutty styles like Amontillado and Oloroso. Despite its neutrality, Palomino’s texture and minerality make it a fascinating base for these complex wines.

Outside of Sherry, Palomino is used in light, dry table wines, though it is rarely as expressive as other white grapes. It pairs exceptionally well with tapas, seafood, and salty cheeses, making it a staple of Spanish cuisine.