Raul Pérez Bierzo DO - Ultreia - Godello - White - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 White Bierzo Ultreia Godello is remarkably expressive, offering vibrant notes of yellow fruits, white flowers, and a hint of white pepper. Its crisp, rounded, and taut structure reflects the ripeness of the vintage, delivering both freshness and depth. The palate is long and layered, with subtle bitterness adding refinement to the finish. Complex and beautifully balanced, this is a standout bottle that pairs perfectly with grilled fish or a selection of fine cheeses. Rated 93/100 by Parker.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional vinification. Matured in tuns.

Color:

Bright pale yellow.

Nose:

Delicate aromas of white fruits with subtle citrus notes.

Palate:

A delicate structure combining freshness and elegance, with a finely balanced acidity and a long, persistent finish.

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 2028

A leading figure in Spain’s new generation of winemakers, Raúl Pérez is one of the country's most acclaimed names. His wines have gained worldwide recognition for their precision, authenticity, and originality, crafted from local grape varieties grown in lesser-known terroirs.

At the forefront of Bierzo’s revival in northwestern Spain, Raúl Pérez takes a unique approach to sourcing his fruit. By working with old, heritage grape varieties, he creates distinctive, small-batch cuvées that are highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts alike.