COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
100% Verdejo
PRODUCER
Cantalapiedra Viticultores
REGION
Castilla y León
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Lirondo is a 100% Verdejo from Castilla y León, Spain, produced by Cantalapiedra Viticultores. The family-run estate, with roots dating back to the 19th century, focuses on minimal intervention winemaking to express the pure character of the Verdejo grape and its terroir. They operate under the Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León appellation to maintain their low-intervention approach. The grapes are sourced from organically and biodynamically farmed vines, aged 12-35 years, located in La Seca at an elevation of 750 meters on sandy clay soils with pebbles. This wine is a natural expression, bottled without fining, filtration, or the addition of sulfur, showcasing a traditional style of Verdejo.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
7-11°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Bottled without fining, filtration, or added sulfur for maximum authenticity.
Fact 02
Grapes come from the 'Las Escuclillas' vineyard plot.
Fact 03
Vineyards are certified organic and incorporate biodynamic practices.
Fact 04
Producer opts out of Rueda D.O. for winemaking freedom.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Lirondo is crafted using a minimal intervention approach. Grapes are hand-harvested and undergo a 12-hour maceration on skins before a gentle pressing. Fermentation is carried out with native yeasts in stainless steel tanks, followed by malolactic conversion. The wine is then aged on its fine lees in stainless steel for 6 to 8 months. It is bottled without fining, filtration, or the addition of sulfur, embodying a natural winemaking style.
