PALACIOS BIERZO CORULLON 2020

Alvaro Palacios, a man on a mission to craft Spain s greatest wine, traversed his homeland in the late 1980s. While ultimately settling on Priorat for his now-famous L Ermita and Finca Dofi, another region captivated him: Bierzo. Here, ancient Mencia vines clung to steep slopes, whispering of a unique terroir. This grape, believed brought by medieval pilgrims, fueled Alvaro s dream. Years later, his nephew Ricardo, armed with Bordeaux studies and a shared vision, joined him. Together in 1998, they embarked on a quest - to unearth Bierzo s hidden treasures: its finest old-vine Mencía vineyards. Crafted from 100% Mencia grapes, Corullon embodies the soul of Bierzo. Hand-harvested and meticulously sorted, these organically and biodynamically grown grapes undergo a traditional vinification process. Gentle maceration for 25 days in oak fermenters allows for nuanced extraction, aided by daily punchdowns. Relying solely on spontaneous fermentation, the wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered, preserving its pure essence. Finally, it rests in seasoned French oak barrels, previously used for Corullon or the prestigious Pétalos cuvée, ensuring subtle oak influence without overpowering the wine s character.