COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Garnacha, Tinto Velasco
PRODUCER
Bodegas Palacios Remondo
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Quiñón de Valmira is a single-vineyard red wine from Bodegas Palacios Remondo, located in the Rioja DOCa, Spain. The wine originates from the Valmira vineyard, situated at an altitude of 616 meters, characterized by its unique Quaternary Era calcareous soils. The vineyard spans 3 hectares and features vines aged between 35-40 years, cultivated using traditional, organic methods with low yields. The Palacios family has a four-generation winemaking history, with Álvaro Palacios focusing on expressing the distinct terroir of Rioja Oriental and the potential of the Garnacha grape. The 2020 vintage has received significant critical acclaim.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€350
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Valmira vineyard sits at 616 meters altitude.
Fact 02
Soils are ancient, formed by calcareous sedimentation.
Fact 03
Vine age is approximately 35-40 years old.
Fact 04
Low yields produce scarce, small grape clusters.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Quiñón de Valmira begins with organically grown grapes from the Valmira vineyard. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts in oak vats, followed by a long maceration period. The wine then undergoes aging for 16 months in oak foudres and bocoyes. Production volumes are intentionally kept low, with approximately 3,973 bottles produced for the 2020 vintage.
