Originally from Bordeaux, the petit verdot is a prestigious grape that remains a rarity in the Spanish vineyard. However, it has shown good adaptation in Mediterranean regions such as the D.O. Alicante. As an example, Enrique Mendoza Petit Verdot 2022, a parcel red wine crafted artisanally, with some of the clusters left unstemmed. It is dominated by red fruit notes and presents a structured, balanced palate with polished and sweet tannins.