A Mencía with an intense ruby red appearance. On the nose, persistent oak and ripe blackberry and blueberry aromas. Good balance and backbone on the palate. 4 months ageing in French oak barrels.

Ideal when paired with meats and cheeses. Best served at 13 to 16°C.

Bierzo is diverse and complex as you can see in its geography and climate. Situated in the northwestern part of Spain in Castilla y León on the border with Galicia. It has 9,100 acres of vine planted on a mixture of fine elements, quartz and slate.

The vineyards are planted mainly on humid, dark soil that is slightly acidic and low in carbonates. Bierzo DO has a special microclimate, which is optimal for viticulture. The low altitude means that the grape harvest is usually about one month earlier than in Castilla.

"A fresh and brambly mencia with a nice lift of white pepper extending to a medium-bodied palate, rounded by chewy tannins and a bright, crunchy finish. Better in 2024."
90 points. Zekun Shuai, JamesSuckling.com (September 2023)