Otazu – 1 Ha. Una Historia Chardonnay 2020 – Vino de Pago Otazu Spain

1 Ha. – Una Historia Chardonnay 2020 is an exceptional, micro-parcel white wine from Otazu, produced under the Vino de Pago – Pago de Otazu designation. Made exclusively from Chardonnay grown on a single one-hectare plot and vinified with precision, this wine represents the highest level of selection, terroir expression, and craftsmanship at the estate.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: Chardonnay
• Region: Vino de Pago – Pago de Otazu, Spain
• Vintage: 2020
• Aging: 6 months in French oak, 6 months on its lees and concrete eggs
• Production: Limited production (800 bottles)
• Style: Dry white wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full
• Fruit: Citrus, ripe apple, subtle stone fruit
• Structure: Fresh acidity, layered texture, long and precise finish

The nose is complex and nuanced, revealing citrus and ripe apple notes layered with subtle mineral and oak nuances. On the palate, the wine is structured and refined, with vibrant acidity supporting a creamy yet precise texture shaped by lees contact and concrete egg aging. The finish is long, elegant, and deeply expressive of its single-parcel origin.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Single-hectare Chardonnay from the heart of the Pago de Otazu
• Combination of oak, lees, and concrete adds depth without heaviness
• Limited production highlights its collectible, estate-defining character

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled fish and seafood
• Lobster or shellfish dishes
• Poultry with refined sauces
• Aged and semi-hard cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors and lovers of top-tier Chardonnay
✓ Drinkers seeking terroir-driven, limited-production whites
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, simple, early-drinking wines

Recognition

92 Points – Robert Parker