There are wines that accompany a moment and others that manage to stay in the memory. SEMELE de Montebaco Verdejo + Sauvignon 2025 was born precisely with that vocation, that of offering a fresh, balanced and nuanced experience from the first sip.

At Bodegas Montebaco, each wine is part of a specific philosophy. With the arrival of the new 2025 vintage, SEMELE de Montebaco reinforces its identity and takes a step forward within the winery project. It does so with a renewed, more current and fresh image, but keeping intact the essence that has always defined this reference white, respect for the origin, search for balance and an elaboration designed to enjoy the wine naturally and authentically.

SEMELE de Montebaco represents a way of understanding wine based on the harmony between varieties. In this case, the combination of Verdejo and Sauvignon Blanc builds an elegant and expressive profile, where freshness and complexity coexist naturally. A friendly and gastronomic wine, designed for those who value whites with personality, structure and a great ability to accompany different moments and styles of cooking.

The 2025 vintage of SEMELE of Montebaco Verdejo + Sauvignon is covered by the Rueda Designation of Origin and made mainly with Verdejo, accompanied by a small percentage of Sauvignon Blanc that provides aromatic nuances and tension in the mouth. The grapes come from plots located in Nava del Rey, one of the most renowned areas of the D.O. Rueda, where the gravelly soils and continental climate favor a balanced ripening and an excellent conservation of aromatic freshness.

The night harvest marks the beginning of a work aimed at preserving all the varietal expression of the grape. The low temperatures during harvesting help to keep the aromatic potential and natural liveliness of the varieties intact. Subsequently, fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, seeking precision and aromatic cleanliness.

One of the aspects that defines the character of this wine is its aging on fine lees for five months, accompanied by periodic batonage. This process provides volume, texture and complexity, resulting in a white with greater depth and an enveloping sensation in the mouth, without losing freshness or dynamism.

To the eye, SEMELE de Montebaco Verdejo + Sauvignon 2025 presents an attractive bright straw yellow color with greenish reflections, an image that already anticipates freshness and youth.

On the nose there is an intense and elegant expression, where notes of white fruit, citrus and tropical fruit stand out. The Verdejo brings that recognisable and fresh balsamic character, while the Sauvignon Blanc adds exotic nuances and a particularly vibrant aromatic dimension. The result is a balanced and very expressive whole, with aromatic layers that evolve little by little in the glass.

On the palate it stands out for its wide and enveloping entry. The ageing on lees provides unctuousness and a pleasant sensation of volume, perfectly integrated with a fresh acidity that lengthens the journey and maintains the tension of the wine. The finish is long, elegant and with a very defined varietal recall, leaving a fresh and persistent sensation.

Gastronomic versatility is another of the great virtues of SEMELE de Montebaco Verdejo + Sauvignon. Its balanced profile and good structure make it an excellent ally for fish, seafood, rice and white meats. It also works especially well with Asian cuisine, spicy recipes and soft cheeses, where its freshness and volume manage to accompany the flavors without imposing themselves.

Beyond its technical and sensory characteristics, this wine also reflects an important evolution within Bodegas Montebaco. The MONTEBACO brand is linked to wines deeply connected to the plots and singularities of the Monte Alto estate, in Ribera del Duero, where the prominence falls on the expression of the terroir. For its part, SEMELE continues to develop a line of wines focused on balance, complexity and the mixture of varieties as a tool to build wines full of nuances and harmony.

That approach is clearly perceived in this new vintage. SEMELE de Montebaco Verdejo + Sauvignon 2025 conveys freshness and precision, but also structure and depth. It is a wine that invites you to repeat your glass and that adapts easily to both an informal meal and a more special occasion.

At a time when consumers are looking for authentic, fresh wines that are easy to enjoy without sacrificing personality, SEMELE finds its space naturally. The combination of careful production, varietal identity and balance makes this white a very attractive proposal within the wines of Rueda.

SEMELE de Montebaco Verdejo + Sauvignon 2025 represents a new stage for Bodegas Montebaco and a way to continue evolving without losing the essence. A wine designed to enjoy, share and discover everything that the combination between Verdejo and Sauvignon Blanc can offer when working from respect for the origin and the constant search for balance.