2021 Valtuille Cepas Centenarias
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The old-vine cuvée 2021 Valtuille Cepas Centenarias was their first grand vin in 1999, but in 2021 it comes from a single vineyard in Mata Los Pardos on clay and sandy soils planted with the usual Mencía field blend of the older vineyards. It fermented with 30% full clusters and indigenous yeasts in oak vat with a 60-day maceration and matured in 225- and 500-liter oak barrels for one year. It has a moderate 12.52% alcohol and balanced acidity. This is really complex and harmonious, a little more austere than Villegas or Rapolao, perhaps a little more rustic, with an earthy touch. 4,100 bottles and 36 magnums produced. It was bottled in June 2023.
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Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate
Joaquin Hidalgo, Vinous
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The 2021 Valtuille Cepas Centenarias is Mencía from Mata Los Pardos, Valtuille, Bierzo. Since 2018, it has come exclusively from a single parcel, with a focus on achieving optimal ripeness. Fermented with whole clusters in a 5000-liter tank before aging one year in barrels, the 2021 delivers fine ripeness with notes of pomegranate, delicate mint, violet and lavender. The palate is juicy, smooth and agile, supported by fine-grained tannins. Its long finish and 12.5% alcohol give it balance and elegance with a light, airy texture.