RaulPerez,LaVitoriana,Bierzo,2022

Bold, Intense yet Balanced Bierzo

“A big, bold and intense style of red which also shows the characteristics of the year. The nose is quite pretty with candy floss and ripe raspberry aromas but the palate reveals darker fruit with blackberries and spice. The tannins are well managed and play their part in a supportive, rather than dominant role, and the wine finishes with a lively lick of cola. Despite the concentration, it is a well balanced Mencia that offers significant complexity.”-Tim Atkin

• Tim Atkin 94/100
• Robert Parker 94/100
• 100% Mencia

Cellaring: Drink now to 2031

Food Pairing: Grilled meats, stews, tomato based pasta, risotto, tomato based pizzas and rich cheeses.

STORY BEHIND THE WINE

Raúl Perez is a leading Spanish winemaker, operating his own label and acting as a consultant to other companies. He is most closely associated with the Bierzo region and the Mencia grape variety, but has projects in other parts of Spain.The Bierzo wines under the Ultreia banner – mostly reds based on Mencia – form the core of his personal portfolio. Ultreia means “onwards!” in medieval latin; the brand pays tribute to pilgrims en route through the region to Santiago de Compostela.