“A floral nose with minty notes, revealing aromas of raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries. On the palate, medium-bodied to full-bodied, it is rich, lively, and full of character. Firm and alluring, this wine features very well-integrated tannins with a lovely, savory note. Sourced from an old vineyard at the top of the hill, facing north. Fermented as whole clusters. Wait a year or two before drinking.” (James Suckling 2025)
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Eye
Deep, brilliant purple color
Nose
A bouquet of red berries, particularly raspberry, which dominates, complemented by notes of orange zest and violet
Palate
Full-bodied and expressive, with firm tannins, it unfolds with delightful richness and a lovely structure, featuring a certain mineral vibrancy that adds complexity to the tasting experience, with a long, aromatic finish
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2026
Drink before
2043
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with pork belly, chicken strips with porcini mushrooms, or barbecue-roasted Camembert...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2025 guide) 94/100 (Outstanding wine)
About the wine:
The Vizcaína El Rapolao 2023 features a citrus freshness (blood orange) that balances the natural rusticity the terroir imparts to the wine. It offers abundant, slightly dusty tannins, resulting from a year with good yields. It is primarily made from Mencía (blended with local grape varieties), and 80% of the grapes come from a vineyard planted between 1974 and 1976, one of the youngest plots in the appellation. Fermentation took place with native yeasts and without temperature control. 4,500 bottles were produced in 2023. 2026–2032
Vinous
Wine rated (2025 guide) 96/100
About the wine:
The Rapolao 2023 is a Mencía made from old vines in El Bierzo, grown on trellises. It was fermented using 100% whole clusters and aged for up to 11 months in barrels. This is an honest wine, offering aromas of pomegranate, cherry, violet, rosehip, and a hint of mint that refreshes the bouquet. It is juicy and taut, with fine, slightly dry tannins that bring freshness and energy. The finish is compact and marked by the character of the stems. 2025–2043
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 95/100
About the wine:
A floral nose with menthol notes, revealing aromas of raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries. On the palate, medium-bodied to full-bodied, it is rich, lively, and full of character. Firm yet alluring, this wine features very well-integrated tannins with a lovely, savory note. Sourced from an old vineyard at the top of the hill, facing north. Fermented as whole clusters. Wait a year or two before enjoying it.
Tim Atkin
Wine rated (2025 guide) 95/100
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