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Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana

Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana

The Timeless Allure and Wisdom of Bierzo
Organic
Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana
75 cl.
2022
97 Parker
97 Peñín
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Details
13.50%
Alcohol 13.50%
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, 15% Alicante Bouschet
Varieties 85% Mencía, 15% Alicante Bouschet
16.0
Service 16.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana 2022

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

Style Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
White meats, Charcuterie, Legumes, Cured cheeses, Oily fish, Game

About Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana

Have you ever pondered what it might feel like to be 120 years old? Life would likely feel burdensome, every task would seem twice as arduous, and the rest of the world would appear to race by at breakneck speed while you, serene in your solitude, live at your own deliberate pace, secluded by the years yet liberated by your wisdom. As the adage goes: the devil knows more from being old than from being the devil, right? If one were to personify this concept into a wine, it would undoubtedly be Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana.

This red wine derives its name from La Vitoriana, the location situated in the village of Valtuille—in the D.O. Bierzo—home to the century-old vineyard where the mencía and alicante bouchet varieties flourish. Under the stewardship of Castro Ventosa, formerly known as Herederos de Rosaura López Fuente, the Pérez family has succeeded in transforming these wines into bottled treasures that have astonished even the most discerning palates, such as that of Luis Gutiérrez, the esteemed critic of Robert Parker. However, as is often the case, great success is not achieved in isolation. Behind it stand Raúl, José, Meritxell, and Arturo, the grandchildren of Rosaura, a generation that in the early 1990s decided to take a different approach. Thus, from mere bulk wine sellers, they evolved into creators of soulful wines, where—with Raúl as the winemaker—the wines became much more approachable, modern, vibrant, and of very limited production.

Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana is cultivated organically and sustainably, with utmost respect for the environment. It is of paramount importance to treat and maintain the quality of the sparse yields harvested from these vines. The winery, situated in close proximity to the archaeological site of Castro Ventosa (from which it takes its name), promptly receives the bunches, which are destemmed and vatted (30% of them whole, unprocessed), in oak vats. Here, the magic will occur, and the indigenous yeasts will play a pivotal role. The 60 days of maturation and the subsequent 12 months of aging will be the crowning touch of this gem.

In total, Castro Ventosa boasts 85 hectares divided into 400 plots. Each one—as the saying goes—of its own kind. And each must be perfectly understood and appreciated. This is only achievable through wisdom. Until we attain it, we can practice with Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana. Perhaps with each delicate sip, a bit of its essence will rub off on us.

2021

Castro Ventosa Valtuille La Vitoriana 2021 captivates us with its youthful exuberance and lightness, exhibiting a medium body and a subtle structure. Upon closer examination, one uncovers an inherent elegance, a complexity that unfurls gently upon the palate. The nose is greeted with fresh notes of red fruits such as cherries and raspberries, interwoven with a well-integrated hint of oak. On the palate, the refined tannins give way to a smooth texture, delivering a harmonious balance that beckons one to continue savoring.
2022
97 Parker
97 Peñín
2021
98+ Parker

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€130.40 VAT inc.

  • 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.