Bodegas y Vinedos Raul Perez Bierzo Tinto “La Penitencia” 2017 750ml Case of 6

Name: Bodegas y Vinedos Raul Perez Bierzo Tinto "La Penitencia" 2017 750ml
Brand: Bodegas Y Vinedos Raul Perez
SKU: 1053146
Price: 156.93 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 94.5 (2 reviews)

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Many vineyards from the Amandi part of Ribeira Sacra were destroyed in 2016, so Pérez’s wines from the region were not produced that year. So, I jumped to the young, undeveloped and powerful 2017 La Penitencia, which comes from the the Pombeiras vineyard of Guímaro that was planted some 70 years ago on the banks of the Sil River at 450 meters in altitude on schist soils. It always has ripe and heady flavors and floral aromas intermixed with herbs and spices, powerful but with good freshness and balance. They harvested early in 2017 because it was a precocious year, but their tendency over the years has been to harvest early to achieve fresher wines. The palate has energy and is medium to full-bodied, with round tannins and a velvety texture. It should develop nicely in bottle. Only 800 bottles.

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Country: Spain
Region: Castilla Y Leon
Appellation: Bierzo

Size: 750ml
Color: Red
Alcohol by Vol: 13.5%

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Varietal Mencia

Mencía, a distinguished red grape variety native to the northwestern region of Spain, particularly in Bierzo and Ribeira Sacra, offers wines of unique character and charm. Thriving in the region's steep terraced vineyards and slate-rich soils, Mencía produces wines acclaimed for their vibrant fruitiness and elegant structure. Mencía wines are known for their medium body, refreshing acidity, and flavors of red berries, plum, and subtle herbal undertones. With its silky texture and supple tannins, Mencía offers a delightful drinking experience that pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, from grilled meats and hearty stews to charcuterie and tapas. As interest in Spanish red wines continues to rise, Mencía stands out as a shining star, captivating enthusiasts with its distinctive expression and unmistakable sense of place.

Country Spain

Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.

Region Castilla Y Leon

The ancient, arid and beautiful region of Castilla y Leon is the largest in Spain, and amongst the largest single 'regions' in any country of Europe. It has been famed throughout the centuries for its architecture, its people, its art and literature, and not least for its characterful and flavorful wines, which capture the beating heart and passion of Spain and Spanish culture. Castilla y Leon is essentially a vast plateau, and is extremely dry, with a poor soil structure which one might think would make viticulture difficult, if not impossible. However, Castilla y Leon has plenty of native grape varietals which are able to stretch their roots deep underground, to tap into the moisture and minerals which can be found there.

Appellation Bierzo

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WA 95pts

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Many vineyards from the Amandi part of Ribeira Sacra were destroyed in 2016, so Pérez's wines from the region were not produced that year. So, I jumped to the young, undeveloped and powerful 2017 La Penitencia, which comes from the the Pombeiras vineyard of Guímaro that was planted some 70 years ago on the banks of the Sil River at 450 meters in altitude on schist soils. It always has ripe and heady flavors and floral aromas intermixed with herbs and spices, powerful but with good freshness and balance. They harvested early in 2017 because it was a precocious year, but their tendency over the years has been to harvest early to achieve fresher wines. The palate has energy and is medium to full-bodied, with round tannins and a velvety texture. It should develop nicely in bottle. Only 800 bottles.

DC 94pts

Decanter

Like El Pecado, this is made at the Guimaro property, close to the river Sil. Perez's aim here is to make a Bierzo-style, lighter, lower alcohol wine - hence the use of 100% stems, and bigger barrels. In time, Perez notes, it comes to remind you of Crozes-Hermitage. It's currently a rich, expressive youngster, fleshy with a refined texture and very long finish. This was recently bottled, so not showing at its best. It should easily be 95 points in time, but on this occasion I've given it 94.

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