Melea
Named after the rare bee Anthophora Melea which not only pollinate wildflowers in the vineyard but also provide natural yeasts used to ferment the wines. Organic, vegan wine made without toxic chemicals that can harm bees and other insects.
Philosophy
The fruit comes from organically certified, traditionally managed, dry-farmed vines near Cuenca.
The vineyards were planted in 1999 at an altitude of 660m with reddish-brown, sandy-clay soils, low in organic matter and high in chalk and limestone, suppressing yields to just 3kg per plant, giving greater quality grapes.
The extreme continental climate means there is a high diurnal temperature range conserving acidity and increasing aromatic intensity.
The lack of rainfall reduces the risk of fungal diseases without the need for chemical treatments
Biography
• Melea was the first Spanish wine brand to become a member of 1% for the Planet – a global movement inspiring businesses and individuals to support environmental solutions.
• As a business member, Melea has committed to donate the equivalent of 1% of gross sales to directly support environmental non-profits that support biodiversity and promote the use of organic farming, avoiding the use of agrochemicals that harm bees and other pollinators.
• Charities supported in the most recent year include The Bee Conservancy and Bumblebee Conservation Trust.
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