COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Mencia, Field Blend, Alicante Bouschet, Garnacha Tintorera, Godello, Palomino, Valenciana, Gran Negro, Negreda, Pan y Carne
PRODUCER
Descendientes de J. Palacios
REGION
Castilla y León
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Villa de Corullón 2020 is a red wine from the Bierzo DO in Spain, produced by Descendientes de J. Palacios. It is considered a 'village wine,' representing the Corullón terroir through a blend of Mencia and other field-blend varieties. The project, initiated in 1999, aims to revitalize old vineyards and is a homage to José Palacios. The producer, Descendientes de J. Palacios, is committed to organic and biodynamic farming to express the unique terroir of Bierzo. The 2020 vintage is distinguished by its pale color, delicate, ethereal, and energetic profile, achieved despite a warm growing season.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A 'village wine' blending grapes from 8 distinct areas of Corullón.
Fact 02
Vineyards range from 40 to 120 years old.
Fact 03
Yields are exceptionally low, averaging 28 hl/ha.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage is noted for its exceptionally pale color.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Villa de Corullón involves sourcing grapes from 8 different areas within Corullón, cultivated using organic and biodynamic practices. The harvest is manual with strict selection. Fermentation occurs spontaneously in wooden vats over 32 days, with partial destemming. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 9 to 15 months in French oak barrels and foudres, with a significant portion often being new French oak.
