At La Moncloa de San Lázaro, Bierzo botillo, the flavor of a culture, unites with the expression of the land and the power of Mencía in a perfect marriage. Carracedo embodies all those fruit notes characteristic of the Mencía grape and the finesse bestowed by oak.
It is sometimes difficult to find a perfect pairing. One that not only combines flavors but also represents a communion with the land and expresses everything a region has to offer. Wine, gastronomy, and a landscape that encompasses all the harmony such a perfect union should entail. Today, we want to tell you about one such pairing, which allows us to enjoy a Bodega del Abad wine alongside a dish that also represents our land, at one of El Bierzo’s most emblematic restaurants: La Moncloa de San Lázaro, in Cacabelos.
And what better way to explain what we mean than with one of the most representative dishes of Bierzo gastronomy? Yes, it could be no other than botillo. We suggest pairing La Moncloa de San Lázaro’s spectacular recipe with our Carracedo red wine.
Botillo is probably the first dish that comes to mind when we think of our region’s gastronomy. A culinary marvel made with different cuts of pork marinated with salt, paprika, and garlic. The result is a hearty and flavorful dish that remains a staple in our kitchens.
At La Moncloa de San Lázaro, Bierzo botillo, the flavor of a culture, unites with the expression of the land and the power of Mencía in a perfect marriage. Carracedo embodies all those fruit notes characteristic of the Mencía grape and the finesse bestowed by oak. A well-rounded, complete, and robust wine that pairs perfectly with botillo. It boasts a full body, a long finish, and persistent character and structure.
Undoubtedly, the flagship wine of our winery is, as expected, the perfect companion to the king of Bierzo gastronomy.