{"product_id":"2021-telmo-rodriguez-lg-valbuxan-tinto-lexitimo","title":"2021 Telmo Rodriguez LG Valbuxan Tinto Lexitimo","description":"\u003cp\u003e2021 Telmo Rodriguez LG Valbuxan Tinto Lexitimo is a characterful red from the rugged hillsides of Valdeorras, crafted to express a very precise place: the small paraje of Lugar de Valbuxan in O Bolo. This is a Mencía‑based blend laced with other indigenous varieties, giving a wine that feels both authentic and finely chiselled. With only around 9,000 bottles produced in the 2021 vintage, it offers a rare glimpse into one of Galicia’s most intriguing terroirs, interpreted by one of Spain’s most respected winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, LG Valbuxan shows a deep, vibrant ruby-red color with a youthful sheen at the rim. The nose is delicate yet expressive, unfolding with floral notes (violets and wild flowers), hints of balsamic lift, dark forest berries and a twist of cracked pepper and spice.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is juicy and effortlessly drinkable, with a cool, Atlantic freshness that keeps the dark fruit precise rather than heavy. Fine-grained tannins frame flavors of blackberries, blueberries, subtle herbal tones and gentle peppery spice, leading into a long, fragrant finish where flowers and dark berries linger. Enjoyable now for its energy and purity, it has the structure and acidity to develop additional complexity over the next 5–7 years in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLG Valbuxan comes from steep vineyard sites around Lugar de Valbuxan in O Bolo, in the Valdeorras appellation of northwestern Spain. Here, mountain-influenced vineyards, poor mineral soils and a cool Atlantic-influenced climate give naturally low yields and concentrated, aromatic fruit. The Mencía-based blend, complemented by other local grapes, is harvested by hand to ensure only perfectly ripe bunches reach the cellar. Vinification focuses on preserving freshness and expressing place: gentle extraction, temperature-controlled fermentation and careful élevage (often in a mix of neutral vessels and older wood) to avoid overt oak influence, resulting in a wine that is precise, pure and very much about its origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis vibrant Galician red is a natural match for grilled lamb chops, roast pork with herbs, charcuterie, and rustic dishes featuring mushrooms or lentils. It also pairs beautifully with roasted poultry, grilled tuna or hearty vegetable dishes with peppers and tomatoes. Serve at 15–16°C; a brief 30–45 minute decant helps the floral and balsamic notes to open up, especially in the first few years after release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTelmo Rodriguez is one of Spain’s most influential and respected winemakers, known for championing native grape varieties and rediscovering forgotten vineyards across the country. After gaining experience in some of Europe’s top cellars, he returned to Spain with a philosophy rooted in terroir, authenticity and traditional viticulture. In Valdeorras, his work has helped highlight the region’s potential for refined, expressive wines shaped by altitude, poor mountain soils and Atlantic influence. The LG (Lugar) range, including LG Valbuxan, reflects Telmo’s ongoing quest to bottle specific sites with clarity and finesse, and has contributed significantly to the international recognition of these once-overlooked corners of Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Telmo Rodriguez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255168487761,"sku":"GCW-TEKM-21337-1","price":25.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2021_Telmo_Rodriguez_LG_Valbuxan_Tinto_Lexitimo.png?v=1783456921","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2021-telmo-rodriguez-lg-valbuxan-tinto-lexitimo","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}