{"title":"Bierzo Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eBierzo is a distinctive north western \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spanish-wines\" title=\"Spanish Wines\"\u003eSpanish wine\u003c\/a\u003e region known for mineral rich soils, mountain valleys and elegant wines from Mencía and Godello. Its Atlantic influence, old vines and varied terroir create expressive reds and fresh whites that showcase the character and charm of Castilla y León.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"merayo-godello-bierzo-75cl","title":"Merayo Godello Bierzo 2024 75cl","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eAt Merayo, there is a fascinating balance between old and new. Eighty-year-old bush-trained Mencía vines provide fruit of remarkable character, while dynamic young winemaker Juan Merayo brings a modern touch in the cellar. With hand-harvesting, careful ferments, and judicious use of oak, Juan crafts expressive wines that reflect both tradition and innovation, showcasing the perfumed freshness and elegance of Bierzo’s terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"877\"\u003eFruit is handled gently from vineyard to winery. After a 24-hour cold maceration, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures of 15–17°C. The wine is aged \u003cem data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"824\"\u003esur lie\u003c\/em\u003e for four months, enhancing texture and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003ePale, clear, and bright yellow, this Godello opens with an intense nose of green apple, stone fruit, citrus, and fennel. Mineral undertones add depth and freshness. On the palate, it is rounded and mouth-filling yet retains vibrancy, with notes of citrus and crisp apple. Lees ageing contributes a subtle creaminess and slight sweetness, delivering balance and harmony to the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eViticulture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eMerayo’s vineyards feature ancient bush vines rooted in clay soils topped with surface pebbles at an altitude of around 600 metres. The soils are poor in organic material, encouraging low yields and high concentration in the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eFood Matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eA natural partner for fish dishes of all kinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Godello\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bodegas y Vinedos Merayo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51251093602647,"sku":"121932","price":15.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/xxl_14040-Merayo-Godello-Bierzo-2023-75cl.jpg?v=1753190247"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.drinkfinder.co.uk\/collections\/bierzo-wines.oembed","provider":"Drink Finder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}