Bierzo Mencía Single-Vineyard Collection La Cova de la Raposa Raúl Pérez (Castro Ventosa) 2023 & Bodegas Peique 2021 6 Bottles** This distinctive lot brings together six bottles of Mencía from the same historic single vineyard – La Cova de la Raposa – interpreted by two of the most respected producers in Bierzo, offering a rare comparative perspective on terroir, vintage, and winemaking philosophy. Lot Composition 3 bottles – La Cova de la Raposa Mencía 2023 Bodegas y Viñedos Castro Ventosa – Raúl Pérez 3 bottles – La Cova de la Raposa Mencía 2021 Bodegas Peique The Vineyard – La Cova de la Raposa La Cova de la Raposa is a recognized paraje (single vineyard) in Valtuille de Abajo, Bierzo, known for its old Mencía vines planted on clay-limestone and stony soils. The vineyard’s exposure, poor soils, and old vine material produce wines of marked minerality, depth, and structural tension, capable of long ageing. Few vineyards in Bierzo are vinified by multiple top producers at this level, making this side-by-side interpretation particularly compelling for collectors and professionals. The Wines Raúl Pérez – Castro Ventosa La Cova de la Raposa Mencía 2023 (3 bottles) Vinified by Raúl Pérez, one of Spain’s most influential and internationally acclaimed winemakers, this 2023 expression reflects a pure, precise, and terroir-driven approach. The wine emphasizes freshness, floral nuance, mineral tension, and fine-grained tannins, showcasing the vineyard with minimal intervention and maximum fidelity. The 2023 vintage in Bierzo is regarded as highly successful, delivering wines of balance, aromatic clarity, and ageing potential. Bodegas Peique La Cova de la Raposa Mencía 2021 (3 bottles)** Bodegas Peique offers a more classical and structured interpretation of the same vineyard. The 2021 vintage, already showing early complexity, combines ripe red and dark fruit, earthy undertones, and a firm mineral backbone. It is a serious, layered Mencía built for evolution in bottle. Peique’s work in single-vineyard wines has been instrumental in defining Bierzo’s modern identity and vineyard classification. Comparative Value This lot provides a rare opportunity to study the same vineyard across two different vintages and philosophies: 2021 vs. 2023 Classical structure vs. contemporary precision Two leading producers with international recognition Such comparative single-vineyard sets are increasingly sought after by advanced collectors, sommeliers, and investors. Cellar Conditions All bottles have been stored under impeccable professional cellar conditions, with controlled temperature and humidity, protected from light and vibration. Storage conditions have been maintained to ensure optimal preservation and long-term ageing potential. Final Notes – Collectability & Investment Perspective Single-vineyard Mencía from Bierzo has become one of Spain’s most dynamic and collectible wine categories. Wines from La Cova de la Raposa are produced in very limited quantities and are increasingly allocated directly to private clients and top restaurants. This lot stands out not only for its intrinsic quality but also for its educational, patrimonial, and investment value, offering diversification within the same terroir. A compelling acquisition for collectors focused on vineyard-driven wines, long-term cellar growth, and cultural significance.