Peza do Rei
Blanco Ribeira Sacra – 2023
Region: Spain - Galicia
Peza do Rei
The family of César Enriquez is among the core group of founding growers of the D.O. Ribeira Sacra appellation. Starting in the early 90’s they replanted their vineyard site to noble varieties.
Peza do Rei is a medieval walled vineyard and woodlands estate taking its name from the Kings of León, who used the site as an income source and private hunting retreat.
The property consists of 4.85 ha (12 acres) of vertiginous, single-row slate terraces forming a perfect south-facing amphitheater on the Edo River tributary of the Sil where the varieties planted are Mencía for reds, Godello, Treixadura and Albariño for whites.
The Wine
Vineyard Profile
Estate vineyards on steep, single terraced rows above the Edo river in D.O. Ribeira Sacra.
- Exposure: South, Southwest
- Soil: Granitic origin with sand and silt
- Vine Age: Average over 25 years
Harvest Notes
- Hand harvested
- Gently pressed, then racked by floatation
- Juice transferred to fresh stainless steel tank
- Fermented at 55-59ºF/13–15º C for 14 days
- Wine racked again and aged on lees for 4 months
- Aged in bottle at least 2 months
Winemaker's Notes
Straw yellow color, with greenish reflections, characteristic of its youth. Intense, fruity, mineral, with a floral background. Great aromatic complexity. Fresh and juicy yet unctuous with balanced acidity. A round and full palate and finish.
Wine Summary
71% Godello, 19% Treixadura, 10% Albariño; alcohol: 13%; steep, single terraced estate rows above the Edo river in D.O. Ribeira Sacra; granite soils with sand and silt; hand harvested; gently pressed and settled; racked and fermented in stainless steel tanks at 55-59ºF for 14 days; second racking then aged 4 months on lees; bottle aged at least 2 months.
Technical Information
- 71% Godello, 19% Treixadura, 10% Albariño
- Alcohol: 13%
Reviews
16 Points
Godello, Treixadura, Albariño, Dona Branca. Vineyards in Abeleda (A Teixeira, subzone: Ribeiras do Sil). Vines 30 years old. Slate soils. Between 350 and 650 metres above sea level. Short ageing in stainless-steel vats. 21,000 bottles.
Tasted blind. Very attractive nose. With chamomile, lavender, elderflower and a mineral background. Creamy on the palate, with a persistent umami sensation and very good balance thanks to its refreshing acidity. A good wine, very expressive and with good concentration. 2024 – 2030
JancisRobinson.com, October, 2024
General Info
| COUNTRY | SPAIN |
| REGION | Galicia |
| APPELLATION | D.O. Ribeira Sacra |
| PROPRIETORS | Enriquez family |
| FOUNDED | César Enriquez |
| WINEMAKER | César Cachín |