Established since the mid-nineteenth century, Guelbenzu built a new winery in Vierlas, in 2001. With just 46 hectares of vineyard in the Queiles Valley, their Lombana estate has stony soils with good drainage supporting low yields. Production is centred around Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Graciano and Merlot, with Garnacha also permitted.
The wine is then aged in 30% French / 70% American oak for 6 months, with a further 6 months in bottle before release. Guelbenzu is not certified as organic, but the micro climate where the winery and vineyards are located allow them to achieve excellent quality grapes with no need to use fungicides or pesticides.
Guelbenzu Vierlas wine has aromas of black fruit along with black olive tapenade. The palate is rich and full-bodied with blackberries, spice and toasty oak on the finish. Match with pasta and vegetable risotto, or white meats.
Please note: All case wine orders can take between 7-10 days for delivery.
Country: Spain
Region: Ribera del Queiles
Grapes: Merlot 85% Syrah 15%
ABV: 14.5%
Bottle Size: 6 x 75cl
Vintage: 2020
