The Palacios Wineselcetion
Bierzo · Rioja · Priorat
TWO WINEMAKERS · ONE FAMILY · THREE REGIONS
The two Spaniards Álvaro Palacios and his nephew Ricardo Pérez Palacios are among the great names in winemaking. Their top wines have achieved cult status, while their everyday wines are simply a joy to drink.
Discover the signature styles of two personalities from the Bierzo, Rioja and Priorat regions, who understand the terroir beneath their feet like few others.
BIERZO
Descendientes de J. Palacios
Bierzo (Castile and León) is characterised by a cooler climate, old vines – particularly Mencía – and stony, sandy soils. The wines are elegant, fresh and mineral, with delicate fruit and great finesse.
Winemaker’s serving tip from Ricardo Pérez Palacios: «Anyone who wants to experience the Mencía grape in all its finesse should definitely drink the wines slightly chilled. Ideally at 14 to 18 degrees Celsius. When pouring, it should always be at 14 degrees,» says Ricardo. «It shows its best expression in a Burgundy glass.»
Bierzo – Regions Insider Tips
Places to visit: Las Médulas – reddish rock formations | La Mirada – Loop trails for hikers and cyclists | Villafranca – historic pilgrimage destination
Restaurants: Muna – León | Pescadores – Sobrado | Villa Mencía – Corrullón
Hotels: Parador de la Seu D'urgell – La Seu d'Urgell | Villa Mencía – Corullón | La Moncloa de San Lazaro – Cacabelos
RIOJA
J. Palacios Remondo
Álvaro Palacios
Rioja Oriental, the eastern Rioja, is synonymous with tradition, chalky soils, a mild climate influenced by the Mediterranean, and vineyard sites situated between 400 and 700 metres above sea level. The southern part of Rioja Oriental is considered the birthplace of Garnacha. The wines are harmonious, elegant and well-structured, with delicate fruit and additional maturity from ageing in wood. White wines made from the Viura grape – known as Macabeo in the rest of Spain – are also becoming increasingly important here.
Álvaro Palacios on the wines from his homeland Rioja: «Here, wines are created with enormous harmony, full of liveliness and vibrancy—wines that awaken you and bring you joy.»
❯ Wines from J. Palacios Remondo
❯ Wines from Álvaro Palacios (Grandes Vinos Clásicos)
Rioja – Regional Insider Tips
Places to visit: Logroño – Hometown Rioja | Vivanco Museum – Wine Museum in Briones | Collegiate Church – San Miguel Alfaro
Restaurants: Morro Tango – Alfaro | Asador San Roque – Alfaro
Hotels: Parador de Calahorra – Calahorra | Casa Grande Hotel – Grañón | Hospedería Palacio de Casafuerte – Zarratón
PRIORAT
Álvaro Palacios
Steep vineyards, poor slate soils (llicorella) and very low yields make this region in Catalonia so distinctive. The result is concentrated, powerful wines—mainly from Garnacha and Cariñena grapes—with depth, minerality and excellent ageing potential.
Whether approachable entry-level wines or great single-vineyard bottlings such as L’Ermita: the wines always reflect their origin and take you on a sensory journey into this mystical, wild region.
Álvaro Palacios likes to serve his wines in a very unpretentious way, alongside chorizo and potato tortilla. At the same time, they are versatile food companions, pairing just as well with summer barbecues, autumnal game dishes or classic braised dishes, with or without meat.
Priorat – Regional Insider Tips
Places to visit: Tarragona – Coastal city on the Mediterranean Sea | Cartoixa de Santa Maria d’Escaladei – Carthusian monastery in La Morera de Montsant.
Restaurants: Amics – Gratallops | Quatre Molins – Cornudella de Montsant Tarragona | La Morera – La Morera de Montsant
Hotels: Terra Dominicata - Hotel & Winery – Tarragona | Gran Hotel Mas d’en Bruno – Tarragona | Hotel Cal Llop – Gratallops
THE VIDEO PORTRAIT
Álvaro Palacios and Ricardo Pérez Palacios accompany us throughout the year as our «Winemakers of the Year 2026/2027». Their special talent lies in expressing their distinctive signature across the entire range – from iconic cult wines to their most accessible bottles. Watch the video portrait of a winemaking family that creates wines full of character with heart and dedication.