Dominio de las Abejas Nebbiolo 2023

All of the wines in the lineup from Dominio de Las Abejas are best summed up by a single word: “delicious,” as their balance of fruit, tannin, texture and persistence seems to perfectly tweak the pleasure dial to 11. This 100% Nebbiolo from Baja California showcases a light ruby hue with garnet reflections, a characteristic often seen in Nebbiolo wines despite their powerful nature. On the nose, it offers a captivating bouquet of red cherry, wild strawberry, and rose petals layered with hints of dried herbs, leather, and a subtle earthiness that adds depth. The palate is vibrant and complex, delivering flavors of tart red berries, cranberry, savory spice and crunchy earthy notes. Fine-grained tea-like tannins provide structure, while the wine's bright acidity ensures a refreshing, long finish.

This Nebbiolo is one of the few representations of this grape variety you’ll find in Mexico that presents with the same light color and structural rigidity of wines made of this grape from Italy’s Barolo and Barbaresco regions. The true mystery of this grape is how it can be so light and beautiful in color and texture and yet deliver such intensity of flavor and structure. Here that dual nature of the grape is on full display with a color and body similar to a rosé but with the intensity and structure of a serious red.

The grapes are grown at an altitude of 690 meters in the Ojos Negros region of Baja California. The wine undergoes wild fermentation, and as the wine is neither clarified nor refined, natural sediment may be present at the bottom of the bottle, a hallmark of its minimal intervention philosophy. 800 cases produced.

Dominio De Las Abejas, located in the Valle de Guadalupe in Baja California, Mexico, is a relatively young winery that has garnered attention for its dedication to sustainable practices and exceptional wines that honor the land’s natural essence. Established in the early 2010s, this winery represents the next wave of Mexican winemaking, combining ancient traditions with modern techniques. "Dominio De Las Abejas" translates to "Domain of the Bees," symbolizing the estate's commitment to preserving biodiversity and nurturing the ecosystem. Bees are vital pollinators, and their presence underscores the winery’s holistic and organic approach to viticulture. This philosophy is woven into the estate’s practices, from the vineyards to the cellar, emphasizing balance and respect for nature.