The 2010 Vijiriega offers an enticing perfume of mineral and orchard fruits. In the glass, the wine’s minerality becomes apparent along with a hint of salinity. The vibrant fruit is balanced by crisp acidity leading to a lively finish. Veleta is the project of Dr. Juan and Nola Palomar. Vines were planted in the obscure DO of Granada in 1992 and the winery began in 1998 with an expansion in 2004. The estate is 55 acres with production at 7000 cases annually.Importer: JNJ International, Dayton, OH

The 2009 Vijiriega offers a more expansive bouquet and riper fruit. On the palate the wine’s minerality becomes apparent along with a hint of salinity. Apple and pear flavors are balanced by crisp acidity leading to a lively finish. Veleta is the project of Dr. Juan and Nola Palomar. Vines were planted in the obscure DO of Granada in 1992 and the winery began in 1998 with an expansion in 2004. The estate is 55 acres with production at 7000 cases annually.Importer: JNJ International, Dayton, OH

The 2008 Vijiriega (an indigenous grape) was blended with 10% Chardonnay and spent 1 month in French oak. Medium straw-colored, it displays a nose of mineral/chalk, pear, and apple. Slightly austere on the palate with crisp acidity and ample white fruit flavors, this balanced effort will drink well over the next 12-18 months. Veleta is the project of Dr. Juan and Nola Palomar. Vines were planted in the obscure DO of Granada in 1992 and the winery began in 1998 with an expansion in 2004. The estate is 55 acres with production at 7000 cases annually.Importer: JNJ International, Dayton, OH