COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Mencía
PRODUCER
Bodegas Godelia
REGION
Castilla y León
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Godelia Mencía is a red wine from Bodegas Godelia, produced in the El Bierzo DO of Castilla y León, Spain. The wine is made from 100% Mencía grapes sourced from old vines, ranging from 60 to over 100 years old. These vines are cultivated on plots at altitudes of 500-700 meters, with diverse soil compositions including slate, pebble, quartzite, and clay. The García Rodríguez family founded Bodegas Godelia in 2009 with a commitment to viticulture and establishing a legacy in El Bierzo. The winery's location is significant, being situated along the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. This wine is considered an expression of El Bierzo Mencía, aiming to capture the essence of the region.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes come from vines aged 60 to over 100 years old.
Fact 02
Vineyards are situated at altitudes between 500-700 meters.
Fact 03
Soils are a mix of slate, pebble, quartzite, and clay.
Fact 04
The winery is located on the Camino de Santiago.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Bodegas Godelia employs a meticulous winemaking process for its Godelia Mencía. Grapes are hand-harvested into small boxes, followed by a thermal treatment at 10°C and manual sorting. Each plot is vinified separately in stainless steel tanks, with fermentation and maceration with skins lasting between 18 and 22 days. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for 12 months in 400-liter French oak barrels. The winery utilizes modern technology alongside traditional methods and sustainable practices.
