Brezo Blanco 2024
D.O. Bierzo • Spain
"Atlantic luminosity and balance: a young white wine that fuses the vibrant structure of Godello with the delicacy of Doña Blanca in a deeply mineral finish."
Purity and Leonese Terroir
Brezo Blanco from Bodegas Mengoba is the most honest and direct interpretation of the Bierzo landscape. Crafted under Gregory Pérez's philosophy of minimal intervention, this wine combines Godello and Doña Blanca vineyards located on slate and clay slopes. It is a vertical white wine that shies away from excesses, focusing on the clarity of the fruit and the characteristic mineral salinity of northwestern Spain.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Bodegas y Viñedos Mengoba.
- Origin: Valtuille de Arriba, D.O. Bierzo, Spain.
- Varietal: Blend of Godello and Doña Blanca.
- Soils: Clay-calcareous with slate presence.
- Alcohol Content: 13.0% Alc. Vol.
- Vintage: 2024
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Presents a very clean straw-yellow color, with greenish reflections that reveal its youth and freshness.
Nose: Medium-high intensity and very expressive. Prominent are stone fruits (nectarine, apple) and citrus notes of lime, enveloped in an elegant aroma of white flowers and aromatic herbs.
Palate: Smooth entry but with a certain unctuous texture. It is a vertical wine where the vibrant acidity of Godello is balanced with the pleasantness of Doña Blanca. Long, saline, and very refreshing finish.
3. Character Analysis
BODY (MEDIUM / BALANCED) [ ● ● ● ○ ○ ]
VIBRANT ACIDITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
FRUIT INTENSITY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
MINERALITY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
4. Pairing and Service
From the Sea: Steamed seafood, fresh ceviches, sushi or grilled white fish.
Mediterranean Cuisine: Seafood rice dishes, citrus salads or pasta with light sauces.
Temperature: Serve well chilled, between 8°C and 10°C, to enhance its aromatic profile.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does Doña Blanca contribute to the blend?
While Godello provides structure and body, Doña Blanca adds lightness and floral nuances, making the wine more fluid and easy to drink.
How long can I cellar this wine?
Although it is a white wine designed to enjoy its primary freshness, its good acidity allows for an interesting evolution in the bottle over the next 2 years.