DOMINIO DO BIBEI
LAPOLA CULT WHITE
HEROIC VITICULTURE • MINERALITY AND BODY • D.O. RIBEIRA SACRA
"The ultimate expression of the Bibei canyons: an imposing white with an Atlantic and indomitable profile, where the tension of slate embraces an eternal, silky unctuousness."
Lapola White Wine: The Masterpiece of Heroic Viticulture, Vertical Complexity and Slate Soul
The Lapola 750ml White Wine is crafted by the cult winery Dominio do Bibei, originating from the slopes of the D.O. Ribeira Sacra, Galicia, Spain. Its blend, focused on Godello, is seasoned with Albariño and Treixadura, balancing an unctuous texture with acidic, mineral electricity.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Dominio do Bibei.
Specific Origin: Bibei River canyons, D.O. Ribeira Sacra, Galicia, Spain.
Varietal Composition: Primarily Godello, with Albariño and Treixadura; vines aged 15 to 100 years.
Terroir: Decomposed slate, quartz, and schist; altitude 400-750 meters above sea level.
Vinification: Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in French oak foudres (600-2400L) and concrete. Aged on lees for 11 months.
Style: Age-worthy white, dry, full-bodied, rich, mineral, and Atlantic.
Alcohol Content: 13.5% Vol.
SKU / MPN: ESP-BIBEI-LAPOLA-750
2. Exclusive Tasting Notes
Appearance: Brilliant straw yellow with golden flashes and greenish nuances.
Nose: Ripe white fruit, pear, peach, grapefruit, wild fennel, white flowers, and a wet slate background.
Palate: Imposing and enveloping entry. Rich volume, vertical acidity, long and mineral finish.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Precision Gastronomic Pairing: Pairs with grilled lobster, spider crab, Norway lobster, turbot, cod "al pil-pil," and aged cheeses.
Suggested Moments:
- High-Level Business Lunches: A cult wine that demonstrates absolute refinement.
- Sophisticated Romantic Dinner: Deep and sensual aromatic profile.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the recommended serving temperature for Lapola White Wine?
The ideal serving temperature is between 10°C and 12°C.
What does it mean for a wine to come from 'heroic viticulture'?
It is practiced on slopes with inclinations of up to 70%, preventing the use of machinery and necessitating manual labor.