Descendientes de J. Palacios Petalos Vinas Viejas
Descendientes de J. Palacios Petalos Vinas Viejas
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- Style - Dry, Grenache
- Grape(s) - Mencia
- Region - Galicia, Spain
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- ABV, Size - 13.5%, 75 cL
A Lush and Expressive Old-Vine Mencía
Tasting Notes
From the renowned vineyards of Bierzo, Pétalos Viñas Viejas is a captivating expression of old-vine Mencía. Aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries, and violets mingle with hints of spice, graphite, and a whisper of smoky earth. On the palate, it’s silky and vibrant, with layers of juicy dark fruit, wild herbs, and a mineral-driven freshness. The finely structured tannins and balanced acidity lead to a long, refined finish.
Perfect Serve
Serve slightly below room temperature to highlight its layered complexity. This elegant Mencía is a perfect match for grilled lamb, slow-roasted pork, or earthy mushroom dishes. It also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses and charcuterie.
Artisan Craftsmanship
Crafted by the acclaimed Descendientes de J. Palacios, this wine comes from organically farmed, old-vine Mencía planted on steep slate slopes. The winemaking process emphasises minimal intervention, allowing the unique character of Bierzo’s terroir to shine through. Aged in oak barrels, it gains depth and complexity while retaining its vibrant fruit purity.
Key Features
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Rich and expressive with blackberry, cherry, and floral notes
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Old-vine Mencía from Bierzo’s rugged, slate-rich vineyards
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Smooth tannins and bright acidity for a fresh yet structured finish
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Pairs beautifully with grilled meats, mushroom dishes, and aged cheeses
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A refined and terroir-driven Mencía, crafted with precision and care
A stunning old-vine Mencía, offering depth, elegance, and a true sense of place in every sip.
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This Primitivo is waaaay above the equivalent you would be able to buy in a supermarket at a comparable price point.
It pairs really well with Lasagna and rich meaty pasta dishes. Stands up well with strong flavours, such as garlic.
In fact it would pair well with a beef stew from any country, goulash etc.
It is also a lovely velvety wine that could be enjoyed on its own after the meal.
Fantastic value and easy drinking, in a good way.
Great service from the he Wine Shop, really quick delivery well packed and the wine was splendid.
Wine Shop offered the best price and I can highly recommend them.
My first ever wine from the Wine Shop! This is a beautifully smooth wine but which also has a bit of ‘bite’. Very happy with this wine and I’ll be back!
Bought this as a present for my 22 year old son who was 15 when he first had a taste on a D Day visit 7 years ago. The wine is just as I remembered it, smooth and round, a delicious drink. My son also enjoyed the taste, as an adult.
It doesn’t get better than this!
I love Botter chianti. It has a great peppery finish and the bottle is a delight. Quick and reliable delivery too.
Amazing wine and a 24 hours delivery service.
Excellent service. Thank you
Very moreish sparkling Pinot Grigio at a reasonable price. Light and refreshing with none of the acidity or slight chemical aftertaste you often get with sparkling wines at this price. Went through a dozen bottles far too quickly.
This full fruity , complex red is our absolute favourite!
A delightfully crisp NZ wine with a citrusy finish. Well worth the money and went down well with all who participated
This is a superb wine - full but not heavy, fruity and smooth. Perfect for sharing on an autumn evening.
Stunning depth and rich body. I can almost tell if a red wine is going to be good by the lack of a white rim around when you pour the glass. This has a lovely blood ted colour and delivers.
I'm just going to be honest here, I'm a Gavi Girl and have been trying to find this little gem for a while. It's absolutely delicious and so adaptable too. Thrilled with the price, delivery and service and happily ordering more!
A lovely drink and remarkably good value . Smooth and buttery with that unmistakable Napa terroir writ large. Nothing not to like.
Another fantastic wine tasting. But with a difference. Wine bottles concealed in black numbered bags 1-7. Black glasses. So we were unaware of what we were tasting, having to rely on taste and smell alone. We had tasting notes to guide our thoughts once we had made a few notes ourselves. It was great fun. I managed to at least figure out whether or not the wine was red. But missed the rose and mistook one white for red.
The Wine Shop tasting are great fun. Highly recommend.