Valtuille Vino de Villa 2021 · Bierzo

Valtuille Vino de Villa 2021 is an exceptional red wine that reflects José Antonio García's dedication to organic and traditional viticulture in the Bierzo region. Centuries-old Mencía vines give life to a wine that combines freshness, authenticity, and elegance.

In the vineyard, work is carried out with respect and precision: green pruning, plant cover, moderate weeding, and careful soil management, all with the aim of maintaining the natural balance of the plant and the terroir.

The winery, located in Valtuille de Abajo, is distinguished by its philosophy of minimal intervention and sustainability. Its diverse soils of clay, stone, and sand provide unique nuances that are clearly expressed in this wine.

The winemaking follows traditional and natural processes: fermentation with native yeasts in oak vats, maceration for 30 days with 30% whole bunches, and aging for 12 months in used barrels of different capacities (225, 400, and 500 liters). The result is a complex, structured wine with a profound character of the Bierzo region.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Bright cherry red.

• Nose: Perfumed and expressive aromas of fresh red fruits and flowers, with an elegant mineral background.

• Taste: Intense and balanced, with soft tannins, marked freshness and a structure that promises great aging potential in the bottle.

Pairings

Valtuille Vino de Villa 2021 is an intense and refined red wine, ideal for accompanying dishes with character without losing freshness on the table:

• Bercian cuisine: botillo with cachelos (a type of potato), empanada berciana (a type of pie), or smoked chorizo with a loaf of bread.

• Red meats and small game: grilled beef tenderloin, lamb chops, or stewed partridge.

• Oily fish: grilled bluefin tuna, cod in pil pil sauce, or baked salmon with herbs.

• International dishes: mushroom and truffle risotto, Peking duck, or ramen with Iberian pork.

• Cheeses: cured sheep and goat cheeses, smoked San Simón, or a semi-cured artisanal Manchego cheese.

Technical Specifications

Area: Bierzo, Spain

Subzone: Valtuille de Abajo

Winery: José Antonio García Viticultor

Climate: Continental with Atlantic influence. The year 2021 was characterized by a rainy spring and a warm summer.

Vineyard: Vineyards from unique, selected locations, over 100 years old.

Soil: Predominantly sandy with a lower clay content.

Type: Red Wine

Variety: 85% Mencía, 15% of native varieties co-planted.

Vintage: 2021

Degree: 13.5%

Temperature: Serve between 15 and 17°C

Consumption: Until 2029 under optimal storage conditions.