Mencia/Prieto Picudo Blend

2022 Lodi Mencia

Prie Vineyards Mencia/Prieto Picudo Blend from the 2022 vintage is a charming red wine hailing from the Lodi region. This wine showcases a medium-full body, with a delightful balance of acidity and fruit intensity. The Mencia varietal adds a unique character to the blend, offering a harmonious combination of flavors that dance on the palate. Smooth tannins embrace the fruit-forward profile, making it a delightful choice for those who appreciate a well-rounded and expressive red wine.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Plum

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:

Grilled Meats, Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops

Region:

Lodi

The jewel of the Central Valley, Lodi lies just east of the California Delta in an area of varied terroir. Winemakers here can extract different grape variety expressions from each plot of land. Zinfandel is common here, making deeply fruity and tantalizingly smoky wines, often from old vines. But the deep loamy soils and balmy Mediterranean climate, with its warm days and cool nights, help keep Lodi's grape varieties and winemaking styles impressively diverse. Alongside the ubiquitous Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Viognier also thrive. Lodi is a melting pot of different grape varieties and winemaking techniques, all of which make it a rewarding region to explore.

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