{"title":"Bierzo","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Bierzo_Collection_Banner.jpg?v=1777881959\" alt=\"Vineyards in the Bierzo DO Wine Region of Spain\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eNestled deep in a mountain valley in north-western Spain, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003eBierzo\u003c\/b\u003e is a truly fascinating wine region. While it sits geographically just inside the borders of inland Spain, its heart and soul lean entirely toward the Atlantic coast. Because it is surrounded by high mountains, the valley acts as a natural catch-basin for the cool, damp breezes blowing in from neighbouring Galicia. This creates a brilliant, unique microclimate that is absolutely perfect for producing fresh, energetic, and highly expressive \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"508\"\u003eSpanish wines\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe undisputed champion of the region is the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003eMencía\u003c\/b\u003e grape. If you love red wines that are bright, lively, and full of character, a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"131\"\u003eBierzo red wine\u003c\/b\u003e is a brilliant choice. Instead of heavy oak or thick, drying tannins, these reds burst with flavours of crushed raspberries, wild blackberries, and a lovely, subtle hint of wild mountain herbs. They feel wonderfully fresh in the glass, offering an incredibly approachable and uplifting style of red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eAlongside the reds, the region also produces phenomenal \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eSpanish white wine\u003c\/b\u003e using the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003eGodello\u003c\/b\u003e grape. Grown on the steep, slate-covered hillsides of the valley, these whites offer a beautiful balance of energy and weight. You get the crisp, mouth-watering snap of green apple and fresh citrus, matched with a smooth, slightly rounded texture that gives the wine a luxurious feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eBecause of this fantastic balance of fresh fruit and mountain energy, the wines of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"83\"\u003eBierzo\u003c\/b\u003e are some of the most versatile bottles you can bring to the dinner table. They are brilliant companions for a wide variety of dishes, pairing just as happily with a rustic sausage casserole or slow-roasted pork as they do with a simple evening board of charcuterie and aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"raul-perez-ultreia-godello","title":"Raúl Pérez Ultreia Godello 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eRaúl Pérez produces the superb white wine 'Ultreia' Godello from three sites that combine estate-owned and bought in grapes. The estate-owned vineyards are in the eastern part of Bierzo planted on schist and clay soils with vines averaging 30-35 years old. Harvest here takes place a full 20 days later than in Valtuille, yielding grapes with high natural acidity and providing excellent blending material. Grapes are purchased from Cacabelos which is located on deeper clay-stony soils and from Valtuille where the vineyards have a higher percentage of sand. All plots are fermented in oak tank and assembled just before bottling. Ageing takes place in barrels of various sizes and ages. The estate owned fruit is aged in the Ultreia cellar where a small layer of flor is allowed to develop. Bottling takes place after 12 months with no racking or battonage. This is a fresh, well balanced expression of Godello with ripe citrus, red apples and blossom notes. The palate is vibrant and fresh with an explosion of fruit flavours. 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Ripe, baked orchard fruits and warm citrus notes are perfectly balanced by a totally unique, slightly nutty, and salty maritime character brought on by the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"226\"\u003eflor\u003c\/i\u003e. It is a beautifully textured, multifaceted \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"275\"\u003efine wine\u003c\/b\u003e that constantly evolves in the glass. It demands to be poured alongside something equally special, pairing brilliantly with roasted monkfish, rich scallops, or a board of premium cured Spanish meats.[#intro]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA profoundly complex Spanish white wine offering rich orchard fruit \u0026amp; a unique saline finish...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raúl Pérez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58118558974333,"sku":"A23RAULPEREZLACLAUDINA","price":53.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/LaClaudinaBT.jpg?v=1777793943"},{"product_id":"raul-perez-ultreia-saint-jacques-red-wine","title":"Raúl Pérez Ultreia `Saint Jacques` 2023","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRaúl Pérez Ultreia 'Saint Jacques'\u003c\/b\u003e is the perfect introduction to one of the most celebrated winemakers in the world. Produced in the mountainous \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"146\"\u003eBierzo\u003c\/b\u003e region, this exceptional \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"178\"\u003eSpanish red wine\u003c\/b\u003e completely changes the narrative of what a red wine from Spain can be. While many famous Spanish reds rely on heavy oak and power, this wine is all about Atlantic freshness, elegance, and vibrant energy. The secret to its complexity lies in the ancient vineyards it comes from, with many plots planted between 1900 and 1940. Rather than being a single-varietal wine, it is a traditional field blend. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"200\"\u003eMencía\u003c\/b\u003e is naturally co-planted with small amounts of other indigenous grapes like Bastardo, Garnacha Tintorera, and even a few white varieties. This mix of incredibly old vines provides a fantastic depth of flavour without making the wine feel heavy. The aroma is beautiful and expressive, offering bright notes of crushed wild raspberries, fresh violets, and a subtle, earthy mountain freshness. In the glass, it is brilliantly lively and medium-bodied. It avoids harsh tannins or thick oak flavours, offering instead a pure, incredibly smooth texture that finishes with a mouth-watering, stony crispness. It is an uplifting and highly expressive style of wine that remains incredibly easy to drink. Thanks to its energetic profile and bright fruit flavours, this field blend is brilliantly food-friendly. It is a fantastic companion for a simple plate of cured meats and hard cheeses, a rustic mushroom tart, or a slow-roasted shoulder of lamb. 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