2022 Melea Verdejo Sauvignon Blanc

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2022 Melea Verdejo Sauvignon Blanc

The creation of Melea Organic wines was a labour of love, named after a rare species of bee! 

Tasting Notes

Colour

Pale lemon-yellow with hints of green.

Nose

Intense aromas of pineapple, green grass, white flowers and a flinty touch.

Palate

Dry and refreshing on the palate with a long citrusy finish with concentrated flavours.

Melea Verdejo Sauvignon Blanc

Background

The creation of Melea Organic was a labour of love for us all. William Long spent years searching for the right winery to supply the organic, vegan-certified and wild-fermented wines, his son Freddie handled the launch and the label features an original bee motif created by his wife, artist Barbara Long, from recycled threads.

Named after a rare species of bee, everything about the range is created with sustainability in mind, from the lightweight bottles to the stone paper labels, made from a by-product of the quarrying process using a lot less water than normal paper. Melea was also the first Spanish wine brand to become a member of 1% for the Planet. Melea has donated thousands of dollars to bee conservation charities since its launch in 2020. Melea Organic also has an Instagram page to share information on the brand’s sustainable values.

The Vineyards

Fruit comes from organically certified, traditionally managed, dry-farmed vines in the Cuenca area of La Mancha. The vineyards were planted in 1999 and are at an altitude of 660m with sandy-clay soils, low in organic matter and high in chalk and limestone. This suppresses yields to just 3kg per plant, giving greater quality grapes. The extreme continental climate means there is a high diurnal temperature range conserving acidity and increasing aromatic intensity. The lack of rainfall reduces the risk of fungal diseases.

Production

Grapes were harvested after the second half of September, later than average to ensure full ripeness. Wild yeast fermented at a controlled temperature of 15ºC with clean musts. Fined with vegan-friendly pea protein.

Producer

The family winery is located in Alicante and is a leader in the production of high-quality, organic wines. They are IFS certified and produce wines with organic and vegan certification.

Specifications

Year 2022
Bottle Size 750ml
Cultivar 90% Verdejo, 10% Sauvignon Blanc
Country Spain
Alcohol content
12% alc vol 
Units of alcohol per bottle 9.4 units
Type White Wine
Cellaring Potential Awaiting info
Allergen Information Contains Sulphites
Features Vegan, Vegetarian & Organic
Food Matches Enjoy this wine chilled, on its own, or create a symphony by pairing it with light dishes such as shellfish, poultry or salads.
Origin Alicante
Appellation VdiT Castilla