The vineyard in winter, an imposing natural landscape at Bodega del Abad
When winter arrives at the vineyard, the landscape changes profoundly, transforming it into an imposing scene of calm and rest. The vine, now bare of its leaves and fruits, presents itself to us with an austere beauty. It is the moment when the plant rests, concentrating its nutrients in the root to survive the winter […]
CARRACEDO AND BOTILLO AT LA MONCLOA DE SAN LÁZARO: THE ESSENCE OF BIERZO
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 […]
SPRING, THE REBIRTH OF THE VINEYARDS
When spring arrives, at Bodega del Abad we are aware that we are entering a period where colors, aromas, and even the air itself change. In El Bierzo, spring carves out a unique palette of colors. Fruit trees turn green and the vines sprout, sometimes coinciding with the blossoming of many trees. This is […]
PRUNING SEASON AT BODEGA DEL ABAD
Pruning season. The winter dormancy period has arrived in the vine’s vegetative cycle. It is now that the vines are stripped bare, and pruning shears trim the ‘fingers’ of ‘hands’ that seem to emerge from the earth in a goblet shape. This is the term used for vines not trained on trellises. But the most […]
SUGARS AND MALIC ACID. THE PRODUCTION PROCESSES AT BODEGA DEL ABAD
As we mentioned on our blog, The harvest is one of the most important moments at Bodega del Abad, when we gather the raw material used to craft our wines. However, while the harvest is essential, the processes carried out in the winery once the grapes have been collected are no less important. After all, these […]
OUR WINES, AWARDED THREE MEDALS AT THE INTERNATIONAL AWARDS VIRTUS
At Bodega del Abad, we work and carefully look after every detail with the aim of producing for you wines of the highest quality. This pursuit of excellence leads us to achieve success both nationally and, as is the case with the medals referred to in this article, internationally. The entire team is proud to […]
THE PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL BACCHUS COMPETITION AWARDS BODEGA DEL ABAD
At Bodega del Abad, we continue to receive accolades that fill us with pride. Proof of this is the silver medal awarded to us in the latest edition of the highly prestigious Bacchus International Wine Competition. Specifically, our wine Abad Dom Bueno Godello was the one that captivated the jury of this renowned competition, which decided […]
APRIL, A MONTH OF RECOGNITION AT BODEGA DEL ABAD
We are always proud to receive awards, mentions, medals, or high scores in various national and international competitions or publications. However, on this occasion, we must highlight the month of April as a period in which Bodega del Abad shone especially brightly. We are pleased to share with you on our blog the reasons why […]
BODEGA DEL ABAD AND THE PILGRIMS’ WAY OF ST JAMES
If there is one thing we are truly proud of at Bodega del Abad, it is the location of our vineyards. It is amazing to think that the pilgrims who pass by our old Mencía and Godello vines every day have been coming along this very same route for centuries. It is remarkable, if you […]
BODEGA DEL ABAD STRENGTHENS ITS DIGITAL PRESENCE
The winery, part of the Bierzo DO, is launching its blog as well as a YouTube channel with its own videos, thereby reinforcing its online presence. All blog content will be available in both Spanish and English, in line with the winery’s international expansion. Through these new channels, Bodega del Abad aims to connect […]