The village wine 2016 Corullón (which might carry the new category "Vino de Villa" for the 2017 vintage if it's approved by the EU soon enough) was hitting on all cylinders when I tasted it. It had a very clean nose, elegant, insinuating, ethereal, perfumed and subtle, without a trace of excess in any direction. It took time to unfurl its notes of violets, wild herbs and spices. The palate had terrific balance, very refined tannins and subtle, integrated acidity with subdued minerality and a long, dry and almost salty finish. This has to be among the best years for Corullón. There are 20,355 bottles and some larger (and smaller) formats. It was bottled in June 2018.

A pillowy texture carries harmonious flavors of cherry, berry, cocoa and licorice in this alluring red, accented with floral and mineral notes. Light tannins and citrusy acidity keep this focused. Drink now through 2023. 1,700 cases made.??–TM??Region: Spain / Bierzo Select to Add