“Wooly aromas of lanolin and oily peach precede a full palate with stone fruit acidity. Honey, peach and spiced apple flavors lead to a direct finish with moderate acidity and fine overall balance. Drink now.” —Michael Schachner, Wine Enthusiast, 90 points (November 2020)
Pairing: This wine’s bright acidity, minerality, and rich fruit flavors will allow it to shine alongside many dishes, especially fresh seafood, many dishes that incorporate fresh herbs and citrus, and even heartier creamy or umami-focused meals. Try it with grilled or poached fish, scallops, shrimp, ceviche, herb-roasted chicken, or family taco night! Check out the following recipe for a meal that ties together many of the elements this wine will work beautifully with.
Sautéed Cod With Potatoes in Chorizo-Mussel Broth, recipe from Eric Ripert, adapted by Florence Fabricant
About. Vinos de Arganza is a dynamic young winery in Toral de los Vados just south of Villafranca del Bierzo in the heart of the Bierzo region. It was established in 2000 when it produced its first young wines, followed by its first Crianza and Reserva in 2003. It is a family-run winery owned by Victor Robla, a well-respected and devoted winemaker in Bierzo. They own 20 hectares of their own vineyards and hold long-term contracts with selected vineyard owners. Alongside his wife, Angeles Varela, whose family has winemaking roots dating back to the 15th century, the main objective of the winery is to make the most of the terroir, producing wines from the fruit of old vines while utilizing both modern and traditional methods to create wines of both old and new world characteristics.
El Bierzo today is possibly one of the most exciting wine regions in Spain, and the Mencia grape, indigenous to the region, is the star red grape, while Godello, with its floral, ripe fruit and green apple characteristics, is the major quality white grape variety.
