Macabeo
75cl * Vegan and Organic * 12% ABV * Murcia, Spain
The Castaño family owns over 410 hectares of vineyards in the Yecla DO in south-eastern Spain. 80% of these vineyards are planted with the native Monastrell variety. For several generations, Bodegas Castaño has been a pioneer in this region and has come to symbolise the best of what southern Spain has to offer: rich, warm climate wines made from grapes grown at altitude, resulting in wines of great character and finesse.
The fruit for this Macabeo is sourced from 25-year-old, organically farmed vineyards. The vines are planted at 500 metres above sea level on north-facing slopes.
A bright, pale lemon colour in the glass. On the nose, green apple, pear, melon and mango skin notes balanced with delicate white floral notes. The palate is fresh and offers brilliant balance, with juicy stone fruit tempered by crisp acidity.