What foods pair best with 2022 Raul Perez Bierzo Ultreia Saint Jacques?

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What kind of wine is 2022 Raul Perez Bierzo Ultreia Saint Jacques?

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Is 2022 Raul Perez Bierzo Ultreia Saint Jacques a good wine for gifting?

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What makes 2022 Raul Perez Bierzo Ultreia Saint Jacques unique?

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Staff Pick

2022 Raul Perez Bierzo Ultreia Saint Jacques

Name: 2022 Raul Perez Bierzo Ultreia Saint Jacques
Brand: argaux-wine
SKU: ES-RPZ-01-22
Price: 30.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$30.00

Responsibly Farmed

Hidden Gem

The definitive Bierzo red from the godfather of Mencía. Old-vine field blend sourced from 10 carefully selected parcels across Bierzo — organic farming, 100% whole cluster fermentation, native yeast, unfined and unfiltered. Think Pinot Noir elegance meets Cabernet Franc structure.

Serve slightly chilled and enjoy this gem from one of the world's most visionary winemakers and the godfather of Mencía, Raul Perez.

Organic farming practices, 60% whole cluster fermentation, native yeast fermentation, unfined & unfiltered.

12 in stock

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ATTN: Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc lovers! If you are looking to try something new, try this old vine Mencía blend. It has the elegant fruit and floral notes of Pinot and the herbaceous and structured profile of Cabernet Franc. Serve slightly chilled and enjoy this gem from one of the world's most visionary winemakers and the godfather of Mencía, Raul Perez. Organic farming practices, 60% whole cluster fermentation, native yeast fermentation, unfined & unfiltered.

Why We Love It

ATTN: Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc lovers! If you are looking to try something new, try this old vine Mencía blend. It has the elegant fruit and floral notes of Pinot and the herbaceous and structured profile of Cabernet Franc. Serve slightly chilled and enjoy this gem from one of the world's most visionary winemakers and the godfather of Mencía, Raul Perez. Organic farming practices, 60% whole cluster fermentation, native yeast fermentation, unfined & unfiltered.

Sommelier Notes

Dinner Party ,Date Night ,Host Gift

Food Pairings

BBQ

Pizza & Pasta

Vegetarian

Pairs Well With Grilled lamb, roasted pork, BBQ, mushroom dishes, charcuterie, tapas, hearty stews

Wine Profile

Variety: Mencia
Producer: Small Production

FAQs

Cassis, blackberry, boysenberry, pomegranate, tree bark, espresso, damp soil, and sweet smoke. The palate is medium-bodied with juicy texture, fine-grained tannins, and a long, balanced finish. With time it develops notes of fennel and aromatic herbs.

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