A single vineyard wine from a 580-metre parcel at the top of the Villagas vineyard. The vines are some 100 years-old and their yield is very low.
Continental climate with some Atlantic influence.
Vinification
Harvested by hand, this parcel is the first to be picked each year.
Whole-bunch fermentation in a 3,000 litre vat, with indigenous yeasts. No temperature control.
Long maceration (60 days).
After pressing, the wine is left to rest for two months before it is transferred to used 500 litre barrels. Total production: 1,300 bottles.
Storage potential
Drink as from: 2023
Best moment: 2029-2033
Until: 2039
To serve
Serve at 16°C.
Trial analysis
Aromatic wine, Burgundy style.
On the nose, violets, green herbs, spices so typical of the Mencía grape.
The wood ageing is almost imperceptible and in spite of its youth this wine is already quite approachable.
Very elegant, with smooth tannins and a fresh finish.