El Rapolao | César Márquez
A single vineyard wine from old co-planted bush vines in a small, north-facing plot planted in one of the cooler zones of Valtuille de Abajo. Opens up in the glass revealing some spice and smoke, fine tannins and great balance.
Region:
Castilla y León
Appellation:
Bierzo
Variety / Blend:
85% Mencía: 10% Alicante Bouschet:
Climate:
Continental
Soils:
Clay with a high content of organic matter
Farming:
Non-certified organic
Altitude:
540 metres
Fermentation:
Open topped 225 litre barrels
Ageing:
12 months in 500 litre old oak barrels
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