Valtuille La Cueva de La Raposa 2013/2019

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96 points Robert Parker

DO Bierzo


Castro Ventosa is one of the oldest farms in Bierzo. It is the family estate of Spain's most famous winemaker, Raúl Pérez. La Cova de la Raposa is a vineyard located in the village of Abajo de Valtuille. It has a southern exposure and sandy soil. It is not an easy plot, which is why this wine is not produced every year. When this happens, the wine is magnificent. winemaking The first harvest on the farm. The vineyard is organically grown. Vinification is carried out in 2 old open barrels with full bunches where only native yeasts are used. Long maceration for 60 days and aging for 12 months in 500L of French oak (not new). flavor analysis This wine stands out for its bouquet, already very open, with fresh aromas of raspberry, black currant and green herbs. Also in the mouth, very elegant, we distinguish an Atlantic profile, with a lot of juiciness and energy. maintain potential Aging potential of 10-15 years.