2023 Envinate Lousas Vinas de Aldea

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Envínate (Spanish for "wine yourself") is the collaborative project of four friends – Roberto Santana, Alfonso Torrente, Laura Ramos and José Martínez – who met while studying oenology in Alicante. What began as a wine consultancy in 2005 has grown into one of Spain's leading wine initiatives.
The team works with indigenous grape varieties on special, Atlantic-influenced terroirs in Ribeira Sacra and the Canary Islands, among others. The approach is minimalist and focused on pure terroir expression: hand harvest, fermentation with wild yeasts, minimal intervention and maturation in used barrels or concrete. Sulphur is only added when strictly necessary at bottling.
The result is wines that express their origins in a lively, honest and uninhibited way.

Grapes & Tasting Notes: Lousas Viñas de Aldea 2023

Aldea means “village” in Galician – this wine is Envínate’s village cuvée, coming from several plots of very old vines (60+ years) on steep slate slopes in Ribeira Sacra, at an altitude of 400 to 600 metres.

The 2023 is again a blend with approximately 80% Mencía, supplemented with local grape varieties such as Alicante Bouchet, Brancellao, Godello, Caiño, Merenzao, Mouraton, Palomino and Souson. The grapes were harvested by hand, partly fermented with whole bunches in concrete vats and small plastic containers. The wine matured for 11 months in used oak barrels on the fine lees, without the addition of sulphur.

The 2023 style is fresh, open and mineral, with aromas of red and dark fruits, wild herbs and a light pepperiness. Pure and chalky on the palate, with lively acidity, fine tannins and a long, weightless finish. An expression of altitude, slate and Atlantic tension.

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• Roasted beetroot with goat cheese, walnuts and balsamic vinegar
  The earthy beetroot, fresh cheese and nuttiness complement the mineral and spicy character of the wine.

• Pasta with mushrooms, garlic and thyme in a light cream sauce
  Earthy flavours and soft texture combine well with the fine tannins and floral profile.

• Grilled chicken leg with rosemary, lemon and roasted vegetables
  Spicy notes and juicy meat harmonize with the refined structure and acidity of the wine.

• Tortilla Española with onion and potato, served with pimientos de padrón
  The soft texture of the tortilla and the mild bitters of the pimientos enhance the wine without overpowering it.

• Lentil salad with roasted carrot, cumin and fresh parsley
  Structure and earthy elements in the dish reflect the character of the wine, while fresh herbs provide tension.

• Roasted cauliflower with smoked paprika powder and yoghurt sauce
  The toasted notes and light smoke bring out the depth of the wine, the yoghurt keeps it fresh.