“OMG – what a discovery!” - Ferran Centelles, former wine director at El Bulli, writing for JancisRobinson.com

“Another fabulous Valdeorras red from this producer!” - Tim Atkin MW

Mainly Mencía and Garnacha Tintorera grapes with smaller quantities of other local varieties, including Merenzao, Sousón, and Brancellao. The nose has terrific depth, featuring ripe blackberries, morello cherries and black plum, but there are also delicate top notes of violet, apricot and mint, reflecting the cooler character of the 2021 vintage. The year that the wine spent in barrel brings a little smoky spice without overpowering the mineral accents imparted by the slate soil. A fabulous taste of modern Spanish winemaking! 13% alc. Drink now-2035.

Press reviews:

JancisRobinson.com (Ferran Centelles): “OMG – what a discovery upon opening this bottle! This wine is unique, simply outstanding for its price, easily deserving not only the retail price in Spain but at least twice as much. Black-fruit profile with black cherry, blackcurrant and pomegranate, yet delivered with exquisite delicacy. Fabulous fine-grained tannins, light yet deep, extremely sapid with remarkable freshness and precision. Compared with other wines from the estate, this shows a slightly darker fruit character, while retaining incredible drinkability. Subtle smoky and ashy touches appear on the back palate, perfectly integrated. A deeply moving wine that transports you to the wild, dramatic landscape of Valdeorras. Congratulations and thank you for enlightening my palate! I can only hope that warmer vintages like 2022 or 2024 will retain the same stunning quality shown in this 2021. Drink now-2035.” 18 points

Tim Atkin MW: “Another fabulous Valdeorras red from this producer! The wine is a reflection of the cooler vintage with impressive acidity and minty freshness. The nose is pure, direct and red fruited, offering a hint of the slatey origins of the vineyard. Rose petals and strawberries add some delicate, pretty aromas to an essentially profound and layered wine.” 94 points

Decanter (previous vintage): “Resplendent floral, oaky, toasty, plummy and dark cherry nose. Palate is full bodied and concentrated, the tannins fine and silky. Holds a long, compelling note through the finish. Outstanding example of its style.” 95 points