La Yegua 2021

Vintage: 2021

Grape variety: 50% Godello, 50% Doña Blanca

Production: 7,333 bottles (0.75 l)

Origin: DO Bierzo, San Lorenzo and Campo (León)

Vineyard: Godello from two vineyards: Viña de Jaime (550 m above sea level) gives the cooler style, Viña de Alfredo (650 m above sea level) the more powerful one. Doña Blanca comes from four individual vineyards with bush vines from 1901–1910, planted in mixed culture with Mencía.

Soils: Clay-loam soils. Viña de Jaime is flat with deep soils, while Viña de Alfredo is situated on a slope (5–10% gradient) with a northeast exposure. The Doña Blanca plots vary in orientation (northeast to southwest) with slopes ranging from 5–10% to over 10%.

Orientation: Different slopes, depending on the plot northeast to southwest

Climate: Temperate climate with Atlantic influence, combined with continental fluctuations.

Vinification: Manual harvest in small 15 kg crates, careful selection of the grapes. After destemming, gentle pressing in a pneumatic press. Spontaneous, natural fermentation of the two varieties together (co-fermentation) in semi-new barriques (228 l and 500 l) made of French oak and acacia.

Maturation: 12 months aging in the same barrels on the fine lees with regular batonnage

Tasting note: In the glass, the wine appears a clear, bright yellow with golden reflections.

The nose is dominated by fresh aromas of white fruits, citrus, and a hint of stone fruit, accompanied by subtle spicy notes and elegant wood spice. Floral nuances reminiscent of a spring garden emerge in the background.

On the palate, the wine is dense, lively, and precise. Fresh acidity adds tension and length, while maturity and aging lend structure and complexity.

Goes well with fish dishes, seafood, Asian cuisine, goat cheese or pasta with a light sauce.