El Castro de Valtuille Mencia Joven Castelao the Pérez family has been

the Pérez family has been deeply rooted in viticulture for generations

and downright irresistible

while its lightness of texture allows the flavours to unfold with precision rather than weight

Situated in the heart of the Rioja Alavesa

El Castro de Valtuille Mencia Joven Castelao the Pérez family has beenRal Prez is one of Spains most visionary winemakers, known for his ability to craft wines of extraordinary depth and authenticity. Based in Bierzo, he works with old vine Menca, farming organically and intervening minimally in the cellar to allow the regions rugged terroir to shine. El Castro de Valtuille is a benchmark expression of Menca, sourced from vines planted at high altitude in the slate and clay soils of Valtuille de Abajo, Rals hometown.