Akilia

D.O.

Region

Bierzo

Varietal

90% Palomino, 10% Doña Blanca

soil type

Slate, Quartzite

Body

Medium

Nose

Bright Citrus, Orchard Fruit, Herbs, Saline

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MOUTH

Great attack of citrus, rich fruit but laser like structure and acidity. Spain’s answer to Chablis.

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QUICK TALK

NOTES

The Romans were fascinated by the numerous eagles (aquilias) flying above the mountains in Bierzo. Akilia honors the great history of the land where these vines (70+ yrs old) are planted.

Having made wine in France and California, Mario Rovira returned to Spain and, a fan of Burgundy, chose Bierzo to start his own winery, due to its cooler climate. Great care in wine making makes for a wine of serious precision. His white is bright and focused with great intensity, much like the great wines of Chablis.

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