Structure

Bodymedium
Tanninmedium
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oakoak aged

Drinking window

Best 6 to 30 years from vintage.
vintage6 yrs30 yrs32 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedMedium tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: fresh red fruit, delicate flowers

Palate: silky weightless texture, very fine tannin, integrated acidity

Medium intensity by design: fine red fruit and flowers, precise rather than ripe, with silky texture, very fine tannins and a long, balanced close.

What it pairs with

  • Roast partridge
    The wine's delicacy suits a lean game bird rather than a heavy roast.
  • Sweetbreads
    Fine tannin and integrated acidity cut the richness without overwhelming it.
  • Wild mushrooms on toast
    The floral register stays audible against gentle earthiness.

History

La Faraona comes from a single high-altitude parcel and is made in very small quantities, the most personal of Ricardo Pérez Palacios's parcel projects at Descendientes de J. Palacios. Its style prioritises finesse over power.

Facts

Producer
Descendientes de J. Palacios · visiting guide
Grapes
Mencía (100%)
Classification
DO Bierzo
Oak
Aged in French oak
ABV
13.5%
Price
€1200-1400 at retail
Drinking window
6-30 from vintage
Biodynamic
Biodynamic Practicing

Frequently asked about La Faraona

What does La Faraona taste like?

Medium intensity, with fresh red fruit and floral notes rather than overt ripeness. The palate is balanced and silky, with well-integrated acidity and very fine tannins, and the finish is long.

Why is La Faraona so expensive?

It comes from one high-altitude parcel at Corullón and is made in very small volumes, which puts it among the scarcest bottlings in Spain.

When should I drink La Faraona?

Drink between six and thirty years from vintage. Its delicacy rewards careful, slow decanting rather than aggressive aeration.

What food pairs with La Faraona?

Lean game such as roast partridge, sweetbreads, or wild mushrooms on toast. Avoid heavy sauces that would cover the floral register.

Tags

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