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Ultreia Saint Jacques

Ultreia Saint Jacques

Fresh, elegant and fruity
Ultreia Saint Jacques
75 cl.
2022
Magnum
2021
93 Parker
Details
Alcohol 13.50%
Production area Castilla y León
Designation of Origin D.O. Bierzo
Winery Raúl Pérez
Contains sulphites
Varieties 100% Mencía
Service 16.0
Volume 75 cl.
Tasting notes Ultreia Saint Jacques 2022

Red wine Aged in wood Respectful agriculture. 12 months in French oak barrels used.

Ultreia Saint Jacques 2022 boasts a vibrant red hue that entices one to taste. On the nose, it is distinguished by its aromas of fresh red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, accompanied by subtle vanilla notes derived from its time in oak barrels. On the palate, it is a light and juicy wine, with balanced acidity that enhances its fruity character. Its finish is pleasing and persistent, leaving a refreshing sensation that invites further enjoyment.

Style Ultreia Saint Jacques
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Red meat, White meats, Cured cheeses

About Ultreia Saint Jacques

"Ultreia" is a term deeply associated with the Camino de Santiago, where it literally means "beyond" and is used as an expression of encouragement and hope for pilgrims embarking on their journey. However, this term not only evokes the spirit of the Camino but has also been embraced by one of the most iconic winemaking projects in El Bierzo and Spain. The creator of this wine, Raúl Pérez, acknowledged as one of the finest winemakers in the region and popularly known as the "mago de la mencía," focuses on crafting nearly artisanal wines that stand out for their remarkable expressiveness, power, and elegance. And all at a surprisingly affordable price. Pérez, a profound expert of the mencía variety, tends to his vineyards with absolute respect for nature and the biodiversity of the terroir, allowing him to produce wines that faithfully reflect the character of the soil and climate of Bierzo.

The most affordable wine in the range, Ultreia Saint Jacques is crafted from 100% mencía sourced from very old vineyards on clay-limestone soils. They are cultivated respectfully and hand-harvested. Once in the winery, the grapes ferment in 3,000 and 5,000-litre wooden truncated-cone vats without temperature control and with extended macerations. Afterwards, the wine ages in barrels and used truncated-cone vats. Finally, it is bottled without filtering or fining.

Ultreia Saint Jacques is a testament to a career in constant evolution. A surprising red that is undoubtedly worth far more than its cost. A mencía that not only celebrates the legacy of Raúl Pérez but also carries the label "going beyond" in its purest sense, exploring new frontiers of complexity and style without ever losing its authenticity.

 

2022

Ultreia Saint Jacques 2022 boasts a vibrant red hue that entices one to taste. On the nose, it is distinguished by its aromas of fresh red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, accompanied by subtle vanilla notes derived from its time in oak barrels. On the palate, it is a light and juicy wine, with balanced acidity that enhances its fruity character. Its finish is pleasing and persistent, leaving a refreshing sensation that invites further enjoyment.
2021

Ultreia Saint Jacques 2021 is a fluid red wine with aromas of fresh red fruit accompanied by notes of strawberry caramel and dairy hints. On the palate, it is direct, juicy, and elegant. A wine with vibrant acidity, fine tannins, and a long and pleasant finish.
2020 Ultreia Saint Jacques 2020 is an invigorating and succulent red wine that, on the nose, exudes scents reminiscent of blackberries and sour cherries, complemented by hints of spices and minerals. On the palate, it is graceful and exceedingly pleasing to drink. A red wine characterized by polished tannins and a revitalizing acidity.
2018

Ultreia Saint Jacques 2018 is a succulent red wine bursting with aromas of wild strawberries, hints of violets, and a distinct chalky reminiscence. On the palate, it is light, well-rounded, and immensely appealing. It exhibits a revitalizing acidity that melds seamlessly and features exquisitely refined tannins. The finish is pleasingly mineral.
2022
93 Parker
2021
93 Parker
93 Peñín
91 Winespectator
2020
93 Parker
2019
94 Parker
2018
93+ Parker
2017
93 Parker
2015
93 Parker
2013
93 Parker

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