El Morredero 2021

Vintage: 2021

Grape variety: 100% Mencía

Production: Limited edition of 966 bottles (0.75 l)

Origin: DO Bierzo, single vineyard “La Tarea” in the Paraje Val de Paxariñas, Cacabelos (León)

Vineyard: Planted in 1999, bush-trained vines at 2.0 × 1.0 m. Organically managed without the use of herbicides or chemical fungicides. Southwest-facing with an approximately 5% slope, at approximately 600 m above sea level, on clayey-loam soils with a 20–25% clay content.

Soils: Clay-loamy, southwest facing, medium slope (5%), approx. 600 m above sea level

Orientation: Southwest

Climate: Temperate Atlantic climate with continental influence

Vinification: Manual harvest in 15 kg crates, careful selection on the sorting table in the winery. Complete destemming, spontaneous fermentation without added sulfur in small open fermentation tanks. Two-week maceration with daily manual punchdown.

Maturation: 12 months aging in two half-new French Barolo-style barriques (225 l and 500 l)

Tasting note: The wine has an intense, medium-bodied purple red color.

Fine and delicate on the nose, with aromas of fresh red fruits such as cherry, currant and raspberry, accompanied by floral notes (violet), fine spice (pepper, cinnamon) and subtle mineral hints.

On the palate, it's elegant and harmonious, with beautiful freshness, a silky texture, and finely integrated tannins. The aromas gain intensity and complexity with aeration, and the finish is long and balanced.