Michelini i Mufatto La Petra 2022

This dry red wine from D.O. Bierzo, crafted by the Michelini i Mufatto winery, highlights the purity of the Mencía grape. It offers subtle floral aromas, mineral notes of wet stone, and a structured palate with polished tannins and fresh acidity.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Mencía
• D.O. / Region: D.O. Bierzo
• Winery: Michelini i Mufatto
• Soil / Altitude: Slate and quartz, 680 m altitude
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 12 months in oak

The vineyard

The grapes are sourced from 80-year-old vines in San Lorenzo, situated at an altitude of 680 meters. The slate and quartz soils of these slopes impart a distinct minerality and natural freshness to the vineyard.

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

Fermentation takes place with 50% whole clusters in 1,000-liter oak vats using indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged for 12 months in used 225-liter French oak barrels.

Why buy it

With a limited production of only 2,000 bottles, this red wine is an excellent choice for those seeking age-worthy wines with a fresh and elegant profile. Its mineral character and balance make it a great addition to your cellar. You can buy Michelini i Mufatto La Petra 2022 online directly from our shop.