Pureza Moscatel Amphora 2021
Pepe Mendoza Casa Agrícola • Alicante • 750ml
"The Mediterranean in its most primitive state: Pepe Mendoza rescues the essence of Moscatel de Alejandría in a dry, vibrant white with plenty of personality."
Minimal-Intervention Viticulture
Pureza is the most radical expression of Pepe Mendoza Casa Agrícola. It is made from old dry-farmed Moscatel de Alejandría vines in the Marina Alta, in eastern Alicante, grown organically. The wine ferments on its skins in small clay amphorae, where it rests until bottling, and comes out unfiltered and unfined. The result is a dry white of Mediterranean character, with a light maceration that gives it texture and a saline touch. Buy it at La Cava Shop with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and discover more orange wine and organic wines.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Pepe Mendoza Casa Agrícola.
- Origin: Marina Alta, D.O. Alicante, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Moscatel de Alejandría.
- Winemaking: On skins, in amphora (clay jar).
- Style: Dry white, unfiltered.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Straw yellow with golden highlights. Because it is unfiltered, it may show a slight natural haze.
Nose: Mediterranean notes of jasmine, orange peel, fennel and sage, with a saline background.
Palate: A dry, direct entry, with a firm texture from skin contact and a long, saline finish with an elegant bitterness.
3. Style Analysis
CLAY AGING [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
AROMATIC INTENSITY [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
INTERVENTION (MINIMAL) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
SENSORY PROFILE [ DRY / SALINE ]
4. Pairing and the Art of Serving
Mediterranean Harmony: It goes well with rice dishes, salted fish (mojama, roe), spiced Asian cuisine and aged goat cheeses.
Service: A wide white wine glass favors its oxygenation.
Temperature: Serve between 9 °C and 11 °C.
Frequently Asked Questions
What defines Pureza Moscatel Amphora?
It is a dry monovarietal Moscatel de Alejandría white made with minimal intervention: it ferments on its skins and rests in clay amphorae, unfiltered and unfined.
What does aging in a clay amphora bring?
The clay jar allows gentle micro-oxygenation and adds no oak flavors, letting the fruit and the texture of the Moscatel express themselves purely.
What is the best way to serve this wine?
Between 9 °C and 11 °C, in a wide white wine glass. Because it is unfiltered, it may show a slight natural haze.
Where can I buy Pureza Moscatel Amphora in Mexico?
At La Cava Shop, with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and 90 days for free returns.