2021 Veronica Ortega 'Cobrana', Bierzo, Spain Stranahan's 2006 Le Piane Boca

2006 Le Piane Boca

then aged in neutral French oak for 8 months

the property is certified organic with plans for olive oil and even truffles in the future

the semi-crazed expression on the scotty-boy

20 months in large format foudre

2021 Veronica Ortega 'Cobrana', Bierzo, Spain Stranahan's 2006 Le Piane Boca75% Menca with the remaining 15% local grapes (Palomino Fino, Godello, Doa Blanca with Alicante Bouschet and Estaladia), as commonly done in this region. Some of the vines are upwards of 90+ years old. All are farmed organically and harvested by hand. Whole cluster fermentation with indigenous yeasts and extended skin contact in large open 5,000L wood tanks (a local, old style for this region). Malo and aging are done for 12 months in 1,500L clay