MeleaOrganicTempranillo

<p>Deep purple with ruby highlights. Aromas of black cherries, blueberries, cocoa and a hint of black olives. Concentrated black fruit on the palate with notes of liquorice and a silky texture.</p><p>Melea was the first Spanish wine brand to become a member of “1% For The Planet”. 1% of Melea gross sales go to charities that support biodiversity and promote the use of organic farming, avoiding the use of agrochemicals that harm bees and other pollinators.</p><p>Fruit comes from organically certified, bush-trained, dry-farmed vines in the Cuenca area of La Mancha. The vineyards were planted in 1999 and are at an altitude of 2175 feet with sandy-clay soils, low in organic matter and high in chalk and limestone. This suppresses yields to just 3-4kg per plant, giving greater quality grapes and red wines with the structure to age well. The extreme continental climate means there is a high diurnal temperature range conserving freshness and increasing aromatic intensity. The lack of rainfall reduces the risk of fungal diseases.</p><p>The family winery is located in Alicante and is a leader in the production of high quality, organic wines. It is IFS certified and produces wines with organic and vegan certification.</p><p>Fermented with native yeasts, the wine underwent malolactic fermentation in tank. Fined using vegan-friendly pea protein.</p>