The Wild Side, A Mexican Natural Wine You Have to Try
Buying wine at the supermarket might seem like a routine, but what if you dared to break the mold? Mexican natural wine is a return to the authentic, the pure, and the wild.
Bichi Wines
If you dare to explore this world, there are three Mexican projects you can't miss: Bichi Wines, Octagono, and Tierra de Peña. These pioneers are redefining Mexican wine, betting on tradition, sustainability, and authenticity in every glass.
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Bichi Wines, founded by the Téllez family in Tecate, Baja California, is a name you've surely heard if you enjoy natural Mexican wine. This project stands out for its commitment to using local grapes, many from old vines cultivated without pesticides or chemical fertilizers.
Bichi wines are known for their authentic character and pure expression of terroir, using ancestral winemaking techniques that capture the essence of the land and climate of Baja California.
Octagon
In the heart of Guanajuato, Octagono is another pioneering project in the realm of low-intervention winemaking. Its founder, Marcelo Castro Vera, has created a range of unique wines distinguished by their respect for the local environment. Octagono stands out for working with native grapes and traditional techniques, resulting in wines that are a true reflection of the Guanajuato terroir.
Land of Rock
Tierra de Peña in Querétaro, led by Luis Fernando Aburto, is a prime example of how permaculture and biodynamic agriculture can be successfully integrated into viticulture. At Tierra de Peña, the vineyards are cultivated without the use of chemicals, and each wine is produced with profound respect, working according to biodynamic principles. The result is wines full of life, which tell the stories of the land from which they come, both in their liquid and on their striking labels.
