From: Valencia, Spain
Varietal: 100% Merseguera
Taste: The 2019 Baldovar 923 Cañada París is a beautifully expressive white wine that showcases the unique terroir of the Valencia mountains. On the nose, it presents a delightful bouquet of white flowers, green apple, and citrus zest, accompanied by subtle hints of almond and fresh herbs. As you take your first sip, the wine's vibrant acidity and complex minerality come to the forefront, revealing layers of stone fruit, grapefruit, and wet stone. The wine's medium body is complemented by a silky texture, which lingers on the palate alongside delicate notes of white peach and a touch of salinity. The finish is long and refreshing, leaving a lasting impression of both elegance and balance.
Pairing: The 2019 Baldovar 923 Cañada París is a versatile wine, making it a fantastic choice for various food pairings. Its lively acidity and complex mineral profile allow it to complement a wide range of dishes, from regional Spanish cuisine to vegetarian options.
General Pairings:
Grilled or poached white fish, such as sea bass or halibut
Fresh seafood, including oysters, clams, or shrimp (see below)
Light pasta dishes with olive oil, garlic, and lemon
Citrus-marinated chicken or turkey
Goat cheese, feta, or fresh mozzarella
Spanish Pairings:
Spanish tapas, such as patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo, or ensaladilla rusa
Paella with a variety of seafood or a vegetarian version (see below)
Ajoblanco, a cold almond and garlic soup
Escalivada, a traditional Catalan dish made with roasted eggplant, bell peppers, and onions
Vegetarian Pairings:
Grilled or roasted vegetables, like asparagus, zucchini, or bell peppers
Green salads with citrus vinaigrette and crumbled goat cheese
Mediterranean-style grain salads, such as tabbouleh or farro with roasted vegetables
Caprese salad with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic reduction
Vegetable-based sushi rolls, like avocado, cucumber, or shiitake mushroom rolls
Sautéed Shrimp With Garlic and Saffron
By Mark Bittman
Easy Paella
By Mark Bittman
About. Nestled in the heart of the Valencia mountains, the village of Baldovar is home to Baldovar 923, a winery that has quickly gained international recognition for its exceptional, terroir-driven wines. One of their most outstanding creations is the 2019 Baldovar 923 Cañada París, a white wine that perfectly encapsulates the essence of the winery's unique high-altitude terroir and ancient vines.
A Dream Realized: The story of Baldovar 923 began in 2016 when four founders with a shared dream of producing high-quality wines recognized the untapped potential of the Valencia mountains. They saw the region's pure soils, high altitude, old vine indigenous varieties, and unique climatic conditions as the perfect ingredients for creating truly exceptional wines.
In order to bring their dream to life, the founders restored the village's wine cellars, which had once been a winemaking cooperative built in 1958, but had been closed for over a decade. Today, the winery's certified organic vineyards span 14 hectares, and the vines are aged between 20 and 80 years old, thriving at an altitude of 900 to 1,200 meters.
The 2019 Baldovar 923 Cañada París: The 2019 Baldovar 923 Cañada París is crafted from 100% Merseguera grapes sourced from 20 to 60-year-old vines grown at an altitude of 900 to 1,200 meters. The vines are planted in chalky limestone and sand schists, dating back to the Cretaceous and Jurassic periods. The winemaking process involves spontaneous fermentation and resting on fine lees for nine months while aging in stainless steel (90%) and 500L French oak barrels (10%). The wine is then bottled unfined and unfiltered, ensuring the purest expression of its terroir.
