Guímaro San Pedro (2021)

Grape varieties: 80% Mencía, 20% Brancellao and Garnacha Tintorera

Year: 2021

Production: Not specified

Soils: Slate with iron and quartz content

Orientation: Plots along the Sil River

Climate: Atlantic climate with continental influences

Vinification: Manual harvest from vines over 65 years old. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in used French oak barrels, partly with whole-bunch fermentation.

Maturation: 18 months in 3,000-liter French oak barrels

Alcohol content: Not specified

Tasting notes

Color: Deep cherry red with garnet red rim

Nose: Intense aromas of ripe red fruits, floral notes and a hint of spices

Palate: Full-bodied with well-integrated tannins, lively acidity and a long, elegant finish

Serving suggestion: Serve at 14–16°C. It pairs perfectly with grilled meat, game dishes, and mature cheeses.

Special features: The grapes come from old vineyards along the Sil River, which gives the wine its unique characteristics.