La Cepa de Pelayo, Ole de Passion, Macabeo Organic 2022
Country
Spain
Region
Manchuela
Producer
Bodega la Cepa de Pelayo
Grape(s)
Macabeo (100%)
Type
White
Style
Crisp
Oaked Style
Not Set
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
13.5%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
Organic
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
In the east of Castilla-La Mancha, the landscape is flat and dry with red clay and limestone soils. The two rivers create the valleys in the region where vineyards are planted at 600-700m. The region is near the Mediterranean Sea which provides moist winds. Red wines dominate in this warm region with old vines of Bobal creating concentrated yet lovely fresh reds and rose. Other reds include wines made with Tempranillo, Monastrell, Garnacha and Cabernet Sauvignon. Fragrant whites also do well here with Macabeo being a dominant variety.
Producer
La Cepa de Pelayo is an organic producer with a history that goes back 3 family generations, where their extensive knowledge and use of tradition has led to their focus on responsible viticulture and winemaking. They work in a natural way following biodynamic practices to ensure wines are made without impacting the environment and by using technology they can create high quality with each vintage. They also benefit from vines that are 35-60 years old which allows them to produce such expressive and concentrated wines.
Tasting Notes
Pale yellow wine with greenish reflections perfectly clean and bright. Aromatic with clear varietal notes in the form of citrus (lemon, grapefruit), white flowers (orange blossom and jasmine) and a background of freshly cut grass. The palate is fresh and bright with citrus acidity and ripe white fruit (apple and pear) with hints of bakery. Very pleasant with a good persistence and length, and the marked acidity to compliment the characters from lees ageing. Minerality and salinity on the finish.
Food
This pairs well with seafood and vegetable risotto.
