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Abadal Mandó: The Reclaimed Elegance of an Ancient Grape Variety

Wine Archaeology Turned into Art: The Return of Mandó

Abadal Mandó is the proud result of an unyielding commitment to the history and biodiversity of Pla de Bages. Following years of deep archaeological research across the region’s old vineyards, Abadal winery successfully rescued Mandó—a native red grape once believed to be extinct, loved for its late-ripening cycle and extraordinary finesse. This wine stands as an authentic tribute to ancestral viticulture, carefully cellared by pairing oak barrels with clay amphorae to preserve its raw essence. The result is a wine of captivating elegance, wonderfully refreshing, and gifted with a floral and forest identity that completely transcends classic industry standards.

Tasting Note: A Stream of Floral Grace and Balsamic Flavors

In the glass, Abadal Mandó seduces with a beautiful medium-bodied cherry-red robe, remarkably clean and brilliant, flashing bright ruby highlights that signal its fluid and fresh nature. As it nears the nose, a refined and complex fragrance instantly fills the senses; crunchy red fruit takes center stage—like wild strawberries and sour cherries—seamlessly blending with floral hints of violets and a deep balsamic background of wild thyme, rosemary, and damp earth, vivid echoes of the surrounding woodlands. On the palate, the wine reveals its true noble stature through a subtle, velvety entry. The mouthfeel is absolute balance: medium-bodied, it features incredibly fine, perfectly polished tannins and a vibrant acidity that gives an impressive vertical lift. The elegant integration of oak and the purity of clay yield to a long, crisp, distinctly spiced, and balsamic finish that irresistibly calls for another sip.