Descendientes De J. Palacios Villa de Corullón 2023

A dry red wine from D.O. Bierzo, crafted primarily from Mencía by the Descendientes de J. Palacios winery. It offers balsamic aromas, forest herb notes, and dark fruit characters, balanced by a medium body, delicate tannins, and a fresh finish.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Mencía, other local varieties
• D.O. / Region: D.O. Bierzo
• Winery: Descendientes de J. Palacios
• Soil / Altitude: Mountain soils in Corullón
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 9.7 months in barrels, bocoyes, and foudres

The vineyard

The grapes originate from a selection of 90 parcels across the municipality of Corullón, cultivated using organic and biodynamic practices. These mountain vineyards reflect the diverse topography and altitude of the region, delivering a distinct sense of place.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

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Poultry

Poultry works with light white wines — Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc — or soft reds like Pinot Noir, Grenache.

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Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

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Winemaking

The winemaking process focuses on minimal intervention to preserve the fruit's purity. The wine is then aged for nearly ten months in a combination of oak barrels, large casks (bocoyes), and foudres to refine its structure.

Why buy it

This red wine showcases the authentic character of mountain Mencía and represents an excellent choice for collectors seeking a cellar-worthy bottle. If you wish to add a prestigious Spanish wine to your collection, you can buy Descendientes De J. Palacios Villa de Corullón 2023 online directly from our shop.