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Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa

Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa

The most exquisite banquet one can offer
Organic
Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa
75 cl.
2022
94 Parker
95 Peñín
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Details
12.50%
Alcohol 12.50%
Castilla y León
Production area Castilla y León
D.O. Bierzo
Designation of Origin D.O. Bierzo
Castro Ventosa
Winery Castro Ventosa
Contains sulphites
85% Mencía, 10% Alicante Bouschet, 5% Other red varieties
Varieties 85% Mencía, 10% Alicante Bouschet, 5% Other red varieties
16.0
Service 16.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa 2022

Red wine Aged in wood Organic. 12 meses en barricas de roble.

Style Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Rice dishes, White meats, Foie-gras, Salads, Soft cheeses

About Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa

In 1752, a progenitor of the familia Pérez made his final wishes unequivocally clear: “anyone who came to pay their respects would be welcomed with a glass of wine and a piece of bread produced at home.” This testament leaves no room for doubt about the significance this family has always placed on wine. Today, four centuries later —and under the name of Castro Ventosa— the Pérez lineage continues with this venerable tradition. Why not approach them and see if they might extend an invitation to savor a glass of Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa?

Engaging in conversation and attempting to persuade Raúl Pérez (the winemaker), José, Meritxell, and Arturo, the current generation helming the family enterprise, would be necessary to achieve this. And we must forewarn you, it won't be a simple feat to be granted such a glass. It's not every day that someone offers a wine distinguished with over 90 Parker points, is it? In fact, La Cova de la Raposa was the first plot that Raúl Pérez vinified separately in 2013, marking the beginning of a new trajectory in which the wines would start to express the character of each area. Thus, Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa is one of the 400 plots that are part of the 95 hectares of the winery. What renders this environment so unique? Its centenarian vineyards, southern exposure, sandy soils, and the continental climate with Atlantic influence that are evident in this 0.2 hectares of the D.O. Bierzo, situated to the west of the province of León.

Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa ferments in open 500-liter barrels using indigenous yeasts, without temperature control. This step is followed by maceration, a pivotal process in Raúl Pérez's methodology, where on this occasion Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa will be in contact with the skins for approximately 40 days. During this period, it was crucial to submerge the cap (the layer of skins that forms on the top of the vat). This layer, which partly protects the wine, must be kept moist at all times; if not properly managed, it can foster the growth of undesirable bacteria and microorganisms that could spoil the wine. To prevent this, Raúl Pérez manually submerges these skins, ensuring they remain moist throughout. Finally, the 12 months of aging in used 500-liter barrels will be decisive.

As the band Mecano lyrically expresses in their song, Un año más, “And let’s see if we, the living, can smarten up,” we should not have to delay or postpone the chance to relish life with an exquisite glass of Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa.

2021

Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Cova de La Raposa 2021 is a red wine that delights with its youthful exuberance and lightness. As one brings it closer to the nose, it unfolds a panoply of scents of ripe cherries and strawberries, interwoven with subtle mineral hints that contribute to its vivacity. On the palate, it appears succulent and well-ripened, maintaining an impeccable balance courtesy of its brisk acidity. Its mouthfeel is seamless, brimming with flavour and an aromatic concentration that lingers, beckoning one to continue savoring its intensity and vivaciousness.
2022
94 Parker
95 Peñín
2021
95 Parker
95 Peñín
2019
93 Parker

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  • We send it to Portugal with CTT Express to your home
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €8.50 with CTT Express.
  • For orders over €150 shipping is free with CTT Express.