Pago de los Abuelos Wines of Spain
Heroic Viticulture • El Bierzo Galego-Leonés • Free shipping from $1,499
"The rescue of centenary vineyards suspended on impossible slopes of pure slate. Wines of overwhelming finesse, Atlantic tension, and the deepest truth of cult Spanish wine."
Pago de los Abuelos: Nacho Álvarez's Centenary Slate
In the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula, under the certification of the Consejo Regulador de la D.O. Bierzo, Pago de los Abuelos comes to life, the most personal project of renowned winemaker Nacho Álvarez. This initiative was born with the aim of paying homage to the winemakers of yesteryear, recovering small, abandoned, centenary vineyards rooted on vertiginous slopes of the Sil valley. Each bottle summarizes the geological richness of the region, combining Atlantic influence with ideal Mediterranean insolation for optimal ripening.
Through La Cava Shop, we make these very limited cult productions available to you. Explore our select section of red wine from individual producers, or delve into the complete curation of Spanish wines. Acquire these enological gems with the peace of mind of having free shipping from $1,499 pesos or a preferential rate of $99 pesos on smaller orders to any destination in Mexico.
Heroic Viticulture on Slate Slopes
The extreme minifundio practiced by Pago de los Abuelos is located on dizzying slopes with inclinations exceeding 45%, where every cultural task is performed completely without mechanical or animal traction. The vines, many of them pre-phylloxera between 80 and 120 years old, grow on poor soils composed predominantly of decomposed blue slate and quartzite. This geological architecture forces the roots to penetrate meters into the depths of the rock, imparting to the native Mencía and Godello varieties an unparalleled mineral salinity, tension, and elegance.
Micro-vinification and Minimal Intervention Aging
Nacho Álvarez processes each plot independently using small-capacity stainless steel tanks, wooden foudres, and open-top oak vats. Respect for native yeast and meticulous work with whole bunches in selected vinifications provide a silky, fresh, and deeply persistent mouthfeel. Aging takes place in used fine-grained French oak barrels to preserve the purity of the red fruit, the floral notes of violets, and the characteristic smoky background of the Bierzo terroir.
Expression of Legendary Varieties: Mencía and Godello
The Mencía varietal in the hands of Pago de los Abuelos acquires a vibrant Atlantic character, characterized by notes of blueberries, wild cherries, scrubland, and a well-integrated electric acidity. Meanwhile, the white Godello aged on fine lees displays nuances of stone fruit, fennel, citrus hints, and a structured unctuousness that fills the palate with firmness and distinction, positioning it among the most coveted age-worthy white wines on the Iberian Peninsula.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pago de los Abuelos
What is the potential longevity of the Mencía and Godello varieties from the winery?
The red Mencía labels develop remarkable aromatic complexity over 6 to 12 years in the bottle, evolving towards earthy, spicy, and undergrowth notes. Likewise, the white Godello from centenary vines has an acidic and mineral structure that allows them to evolve gracefully for 5 to 8 years in the cellar.
What are the recommended guidelines for tasting and pairing these author wines?
It is advisable to serve Mencía between 14 °C and 16 °C, being the perfect pairing for lean red meats, roast lamb, cured beef (cecina de León), Iberian cold cuts, and traditional stews. For its part, Godello is best enjoyed between 9 °C and 11 °C accompanied by rock shellfish, grilled blue fish, seafood rice dishes, and aged sheep cheeses.
How does La Cava Shop protect wine during transport?
All our shipments are processed using specialized impact-resistant packaging equipped with passive thermal insulation. Additionally, we guarantee direct delivery to your home with the benefit of free shipping from $1,499 pesos or just $99 pesos on smaller purchases throughout Mexico.
Add the Exclusivity of Bierzo to Your Collection
Limited Editions • Slate Expression • Signature Winemaking • Free shipping from $1,499
Pago de los Abuelos • El Bierzo • Cult Spanish Wine • Mencía and Godello from Slate • Free shipping from $1,499
Shop Pago de los Abuelos Collection