Bodegas González Palacios

Bodegas Rafael Palacios

As Sortes Val do Bibei Valdeorras Godello 2018

As Sortes from Rafael Palacios is 100% Godello from 50-70 years old vines. This is minerally, fresh but also complex with great length. For an 8 year old white wine this is quite spectacular. — 20 days ago

Alvaro Palacios

Camins del Priorat Grenache Blend 2023

A charming wine from a very good producer. Blend of Carignan, Garnacha, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah. Concentrated and bitterly herbaceous upon opening. Thyme and sage, cherries, hibiscus, licorice, and orange peel. Whew, a mouthful!
Update: 4 hours later this wine is calm and harmonious.
Listening to Mazzy Star
— 3 months ago

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Tom Casagrande

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I’m a Priorat fan, but haven’t had this one yet.
Dave

Dave

Me too, and me either until now. Palacios makes a Mencia called "Petalos" that I enjoy whenever I can. @Tom Casagrande

Bodegas Rafael Palacios

Sorte O Soro Godello 2016

Weekend with Friends and average wines…😎 — 6 months ago

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Bodegas Rafael Palacios

Louro do Bolo Valdeorras Godello 2021

Wow! Notes of mushroom and chestnut, rich and oaky, medium body, paired surprisingly well with a lobster ceviche. — 2 years ago

Rivero González

"Blanco" Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

First it is important to point out that even though is a cabernet sauvignon this is a white wine, it is very fruit forward, mainly red apple, dried fruit and even some cherry on the nose which is not common for a whit wine, even though is fruity on the palate is not overly sweet and has a very nice dry finish. — 5 years ago

Alvaro Palacios

Les Terrasses Velles Vinyes Priorat Grenache Blend 2004

Still drinking nicely. Dark fruit and saddle leather and some tannin. — 5 years ago

Alvaro Palacios

Finca Dofí Priorat Garnacha Blend 2037

One of Shane’s favorite from Spain — a month ago

Bodegas Rafael Palacios

Louro Valdeorras Godello 2023

Very nice white. Always enjoy it and decided to buy a few to have on hand. Crisp and delicious with real salinity and depth. Bit of confectionary quality. — 3 months ago

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Descendientes de José Palacios

San Martin Corullon Bierzo Mencía 2001

Kike a jorge b jorge c — 6 months ago

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San Gregorio

Las 75 Vendimias de Emilio González Parcela Lagüen Garnacha Tempranillo

San Gregorio – Las 75 Vendimias – Red 2021
Calatayud DO – Aragón, Spain 🇪🇸

Overview
A tribute wine honoring Emilio González’s 75 harvests, sourced from old, high-altitude vineyards in Calatayud. This Garnacha-driven blend (70% Garnacha, 30% Tempranillo) captures the rugged character of the region, elevation, stony soils, and traditional viticulture, resulting in a wine that is both expressive and grounded, with warmth, balance, and authenticity.

Aromas & Flavors
Ripe black cherry, wild strawberry, and plum lead, followed by dried Mediterranean herbs, licorice, and gentle baking spice. Subtle earthy and mineral notes emerge with air, reflecting the old-vine origin and high-altitude terroir.

Mouthfeel
Medium-to-full bodied with rounded, supple tannins. Garnacha brings generosity and warmth, while Tempranillo adds structure and grip. Fresh acidity keeps the wine lively and balanced through a smooth, savory finish.

Food Pairings
Grilled lamb, herb-roasted chicken, mushroom dishes, lentil stews, aged Manchego, or rustic Spanish fare with olive oil, roasted peppers, and slow-cooked meats.

Verdict
A soulful, well-priced Spanish red that delivers true sense of place. Honest, expressive, and comforting, this is old-vine Garnacha done right, approachable now, yet structured enough to hold its own at the table.

Did You Know?
Calatayud is one of Spain’s highest-altitude DOs, with many vineyards planted between 700–1,000 meters, helping Garnacha retain freshness and balance even in warm vintages.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
This is real Spain in a glass, old vines, elevation, history, and soul. A wine I happily recommend when authenticity matters more than flash.
— 7 months ago

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Viña González Bastias

Sémillon Torrontés

Delicious! Pairs well with soft bloomy cheeses as well as harder aged varieties. — 4 years ago

Pedro González Mittelbrunn

Castilla y León Prieto Picudo

the kind of depth i like in a red. zesty blackberry- like a cobbler but cool. — 5 years ago

Descendientes de José Palacios

Villa de Corullon Bierzo Mencía 2022

A perfect complement to osso bucco and fish soup! Rich red fruit with good structure - M tannins and M+ acidity. Very enjoyable. — a month ago

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Alvaro Palacios

L'Ermita Velles Vinyes Priorat Garnacha 1998

Jorge b asamblea ugrch — 3 months ago

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Descendientes de José Palacios

Pétalos Bierzo Mencía 2019

A lot going on here, and it's good. Smells like cola and chocolate. Tastes like milk chocolate, plums, medjool dates, brown sugar? Dry, tannic, puckery finish, but with lower acidity. Delicious, and a meal into itself.
Listening to The Beatles
— 4 months ago

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Ronald Heijden

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Last summer, I drank the 2021 vintage of this wine @restaurantcasaruben in Spain. I also gave it 94 points at the time. This Mencia is absolutely my cup of tea!
Dave

Dave

That sounds like a wonderful experience! @Ronald Heijden

Descendientes de J. Palacios

'Petalos' Mencía

Excellent fruit and balance $23 — 3 years ago

Palacios Remondo

La Montesa Crianza Cariñena Blend

Delicious. Oak on the nose but not as much on the palate. Red fruits. Spice on the finish. Would definitely buy again. — 5 years ago

Descendientes de José Palacios

La Faraona Corullón Bierzo Mencía 2003

Best Mencia I have ever had, still with at least a couple of decades ahead, opaque garnet burgundy color with no sign of bricking, from a small century old vineyard, very distinctive nose of menthol, leather, clove, nutmeg, Asian five spices, pot roasted pork, black licorice, cassis and black plum, full body with fresh acidity and velvety tannin after three hours decant, tastes of black cherry, black berry, clove, licorice, espresso, black plum, mocha, and sandalwood, 588 bottles produced with 6 additional magnum. — 5 years ago