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Bodegas Arrocal – Casa Lebai

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CASA LEBAI is the personal project of Rodrigo and Asier Calvo, ninth-generation descendants of a family rooted in viticulture since 1780 in Gumiel de Mercado. In 2015, after Asier returned from winemaking in Oregon and completed his oenology studies, he joined Rodrigo in leading their family’s winery. Together, they conducted an in-depth study of their vineyards, classifying them by clones, zones, soils, and orientation to express the typicity of each site—a process they call “zoning.” From their 32 family estates, three were selected for their age, soil characteristics, and unique vinification qualities, employing traditional methods from the early 19th century. CASA LEBAI was born with the 2019 vintage, aiming to preserve Gumiel de Mercado’s wine heritage. The project also focuses on recovering historical family documents and conserving 13th-14th century presses and cellars, emphasizing the deep historical ties of the Calvo family to the region.

  • Appellation: Bordeaux
  • Owner: Rodrigo & Asier Calvo Bros
  • Winemaker: Rodrigo & Asier Calvo Bros
  • Varieties Grown: Albillo Mayor
  • Hectares/Age of Vines: 50 hectares
  • Altitude/Soil: 830 m
  • Farming Methods: Practicing Organic

Wines

Red Rose White Sparkling Sweet Fortified Spirits Cider