Vinos Imalia 3 Parcelas 2021

A project led by Bodegas Toro Albala, their first release was in 2021. This project is done in collaboration with local winemakers & winegrowers in Bierzo.

Imalia” or “La imalia” is an old Leonese word that means “everything” or “a lot”. Toro Albala chose this name for their wines because they wanted it to convey the spirit of the place and tradition, while at the same time telling the story of what brought them to El Bierzo.

Imalia is a word that has stood the test of time through generations and throughout history, remaining strong and tenacious, expressing since medieval times that “Something is great”.

For Toro Albala, winemaking in El Bierzo was something very big. A challenge that they started with great motivation, but accepting the risk of leaving their comfort zone of Montilla-Moriles to walk a new path. Venturing into an unknown place, with determination and perseverance, just like Imalia, to create great wines.

Grape Varietals & Region:100% Mencia from Bierzo, Spain. The fruit comes from centenary vines stock, coming from 3 different vineyards – Castro Viejo, Pedro Largo, Rogelio. The three plots are located on steep slopes and each contributes distinctive characteristics: fluidity, muscle and character.

Castro Viejo is located at an altitude of 620 meters, at the foot of the settlement, for itsemblematic location and for the age of the vineyard. They are post-phylloxera vines stock, planted90 years ago. Also because we were looking for very fresh, slow-ripening vineyards. The soil isvery nutritious, clayey and rich in limestone.

Pedro Largo is s located on the east side of Mount Torulln, specifically in the area of San Salvador, at analtitude of 550 meters above sea level. The grape is more concentrated and is the one that provides muscle to the blend. The winegrowerworks it with his hands and takes care of the whole area, the land and nature with dedication. The95 year old post-phylloxera vines stock are nourished by a sandy-loam soil, rich in limestone.

Rogelio is s located north of Orbanajo, in Vales, at an altitude of 620 meters above sea level. Itsthe latest of the three vineyards, but very special. It gives character to the wine. Its post phylloxeravines stock are more than 100 years old. Its soil is clay-loam and rich in slate.

Taste Profile: Imalia 3 Parcelas reminds us of red fruit jam with small fresh notes of licorice and cardamom.The palate is smooth, with a marked persistence and a pleasant aftertaste that brings us backto the initial nose.

Winemaking Process:Each vineyard is vinified separately, and aged for 13 months in French barrels. The are then blended and bottled