DOMINIO DE LAS ABEJAS "NÉCTAR DE CAMPO" RED WINE
750 ML BOTTLE • VALLE DE OJOS NEGROS, MEXICO
VALLE DE OJOS NEGROS • ENSENADA, BAJA CALIFORNIA
"The ultimate juicy, free, and natural expression of the Valle de Ojos Negros by Dominio de las Abejas. An organic field-blend co-fermented red wine, crafted with minimal intervention, wild fermentation, and a strictly dry profile that captivates with its freshness, wild red fruits, floral hints, and extremely soft tannins."
Organic Viticulture and Minimal Intervention
The Dominio de las Abejas "Néctar de Campo" Red Wine is crafted by Dominio de las Abejas (Mauricio Ruiz Cantú and Ricardo Michel) in the Valle de Ojos Negros with CCOF organic certification. It is a dry wine, a field blend of Grenache, Nero d'Avola, and Mediterranean varieties co-fermented spontaneously. Fresh cherries, blueberries, lavender, and field herbs, 13.0-13.6% ABV.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Dominio de las Abejas.
Region of Origin: Valle de Ojos Negros, Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico.
Grape Varieties: Field Blend (Grenache, Nero d'Avola, and Mediterranean vines).
Sweetness Classification: Dry.
Aging: Spontaneous co-fermentation, 6 months on lees in stainless steel, unfined.
Alcohol Content: 13.0% - 13.6% ABV.
SKU / MPN: MX-DDA-NECTARCAMPO-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Sight: Bright cherry red with ruby glints, slight natural opacity.
Nose: Fresh red cherry, blueberries, wild raspberries, field flowers, thyme, and pink pepper.
Palate: Light and juicy, linear acidity, gentle tannins, agile and fruity finish.
3. Oenological Tasting Profile
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Gourmet Pairing: Lamb barbacoa, roast suckling pig, grilled tuna, beef carpaccio, mushroom risottos, and Brie or Fontina cheeses.
Suggested Moments:
- Family Meal: Homemade pastas and stews.
- Carnita Asada: Choripanes and bone marrow.
- Summer: Served slightly chilled.
- Business: Boutique Mexican organic wine.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
What is the specific origin and winery for this wine?
It is crafted by Dominio de las Abejas in the Valle de Ojos Negros, Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico.
Is the Néctar de Campo Red Wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It has a strictly dry profile, with fruity juiciness and vibrant acidity.
What does it mean for it to be a co-fermented and field-blend wine?
Different organic varieties are harvested on the same day and ferment together spontaneously.
At what temperature is it recommended to be served?
Slightly chilled, between 12°C and 14°C.
What are the best pairing options?
Grilled meats, barbacoa tacos, seared tuna, empanadas, risottos, and semi-aged cheeses.