“A cuvée made from 90-year-old mencía vines...”
The Selection Committee
PARKER
97/100
Bierzo DO
Raul Pérez
Red 2021
Ultreia Valtuille
Our committee's review
A free spirit and trailblazer, Raul Perez is a reference for the young generation of winemakers in Spain, doing things his own way — perhaps to do them better than anyone else. He has chosen to follow nature, embracing only its best expressions, tailored to each vintage.
A true mentor, he also excels with his own vineyards. Located near his home in the village of Valtuille de Abajo in the Bierzo province, Raul Perez crafts a collection of cuvées from very old vines.
Like this one, made from Mencía vines over 90 years old. A true gem, produced in limited quantities and consistently praised by Robert Parker. The 2021 vintage is rated 97/100: simply unique!
The 2021 Bierzo Ultreia Valtuille Red, rated 97/100 by Parker, showcases remarkable elegance. Aged in large oak casks — including, for the first time, some new oak — the wine reveals the full depth of its fruit, while the tannins reflect the finesse of these sandy, limestone soils. This vintage is slightly more concentrated and has a greater influence from its oak aging than usual, but its balance and delicate structure remain intact. A wine of true craftsmanship.
A spectacular cuvée rated 97/100 by Parker.
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