Hay vinos que hablan de su tierra con una sola copa, y Peique Viñedos Viejos 2022 es uno de ellos. Forjado en los viñedos históricos de Valtuille de Abajo, concentra la esencia más pura del Bierzo en clave de mencía.
Some wines speak of their land with just one glass — and Peique Viñedos Viejos 2022 is one of them. Forged in the historic vineyards of Valtuille de Abajo, it captures the purest essence of Bierzo through the lens of Mencía.
Peique Viñedos Viejos 2022 is born in the rolling landscape of Valtuille de Abajo, among hillside plots covered with old vines and slate soils. This is a Mencía that speaks with a Bercian accent, expressing the deep connection between land, climate, and tradition. It represents the spirit of a family that has worked these vineyards for generations and founded Bodegas Peique in 1999 to bottle their own legacy. The grapes come from vines over 80 years old, cultivated in small plots at varying altitudes on clay soils with pebbles, facing northwest and west in Valtuille de Abajo. With limited production and fully manual harvest, this wine captures the essentials: vibrant fruit, freshness, balance, and mineral character. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, it gains structure and complexity without overshadowing the varietal identity. This wine not only reflects the greatness of Mencía, but also the evolution of a denomination that continues to surprise the world with its deep authenticity. It has not yet been reviewed by the critics, but as a reference, the previous vintage — Peique Viñedos Viejos 2021 — received 91+ points from renowned critic Robert Parker and 90 points from the Peñín Guide. Peique Viñedos Viejos 2022 is a red wine with the soul of a modern classic — ideal with traditional dishes like botillo del Bierzo or cured cecina, as well as more contemporary preparations of meats, mushrooms, or even rich, fatty fish.
Nose
Peique Viñedos Viejos 2022 se abre con aromas de frutos del bosque, violetas y sutiles recuerdos especiados.
Mouth
En boca es preciso, fluido y elegante, con un tanino sedoso y un final fresco que invita a seguir bebiendo.
Peique Viñedos Viejos At the heart of Valtuille de Abajo, our old vineyards reveal the true potential of Bierzo’s terroir. For three generations, we have cultivated these vines sustainably, respecting the land and preserving its unique character. The ancient Mencía vines produce wines known for their remarkable longevity, vibrant freshness, and deep mineral expression — a true reflection of the slate-rich soils that nurture them. Our commitment to sustainable viticulture and the stewardship of these historic vineyards allows us to craft wines that balance tradition and vitality, capturing the essence of Bierzo in every bottle.
