Raul Pérez - Bierzo DO - Ultreia - Godello - Blanc - 2021

Wine:

Here is a Godello full of freshness! The 2021 white Bierzo Ultreia Godello  reveals itself gracefully with notes of citrus and apricot, in a taut and finely crafted profile. The crisp, tangy structure is invigorating, with subtle bitters that pair wonderfully with seafood or fatty fish, such as gravlax or grilled salmon. Rated 93+/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional vinification. Aged in tuns.

Color:

Bright, luminous pale yellow.

Nose:

A lovely freshness unfolds on opening, with delicate citrus and apricot aromas.

Palate:

Taut, chiseled, crisp and tangy, with an invigorating profile and delicate bitters, a balance of freshness and elegance.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C

Food and wine pairing:

Salmon gravlax, salmon papillote with preserved lemon, seafood platter, grilled lobster.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2029, and even longer for enthusiasts.

A leading figure among Spain's new generation of winemakers, Raúl Pérez is one of the most renowned names in the country. His cuvées have captivated the global wine community with their accuracy, precision, and originality, crafted from local grape varieties grown in previously unexplored regions.

At the forefront of Bierzo's revival in northwestern Spain, Raúl Pérez takes an innovative approach to sourcing, selecting ancient varieties to create unique, limited-edition cuvées that are highly sought after.