2024 Bodegas Nekeas Vega Sindoa Chardonnay

The 2024 Vega Sindoa Chardonnay from Bodegas Nekeas offers a fresh and refined take on Navarra Chardonnay. Sourced from estate vineyards in the cool-climate Valdizarbe Valley, it hails from red and grey marl soils enriched with sandstone and carbonates—ideal for ripening premium fruit. The winemaking process features a brief three-hour cold soak, followed by pressing, cold clarification, and stainless-steel fermentation. Malolactic fermentation is blocked to preserve vibrant acidity, and the wine is bottled young to ensure maximum freshness and expressiveness.

NOSE: Displays a bright, pale golden hue with aromatic suggestions of citrus, crisp pineapple, and fresh apple—inviting and luminous.

PALATE: Medium-bodied and invigorating, featuring layers of green apple, grapefruit pith, and subtle toasty notes. The wine is bright and balanced, with appealing freshness and shimmering clarity.

FINISH: Clean and refreshing, the finish leaves a lingering impression of juicy fruit and zippy citrus—clean, focused, and ready for another sip.

Seafood & Shellfish – A natural match with oysters, grilled shrimp, or lightly seared scallops; the wine's crispness uplifts and complements the briny sweetness.

Light Salads & Appetizers – Perfect alongside citrus‑dressed salads or crudités; the acidity and mineral undertone enhance fresh and herbal notes.

Fish & Poultry – Ideal with dishes like roasted chicken with lemon-thyme or grilled white fish, where the wine’s freshness balances richer, savory flavors.

Soft Cheeses – Complements creamy cheeses such as Brie or young Gouda, where its vibrant structure cuts through the rich texture and refreshes the palate.