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Mencia Roble

2009 Bierzo Mencia

The Alvarez De Toledo Mencia Roble from the renowned Bierzo region showcases the captivating essence of the Mencia varietal. This red wine offers a delightful full-bodied profile, perfectly balanced by its medium acidity, which adds a refreshing quality to the palate. Bursting with prominent fruit intensity, it reveals luscious notes of ripe blackberries, cherries, and subtle hints of plum, creating an inviting depth. The tannins are notably firm but well-integrated, providing structure while allowing the fruit flavors to shine. A dry wine, it concludes with a satisfying finish that lingers, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes. This vintage of 2009 highlights the quality and potential of Bierzo, showcasing the region's unique terroir and commitment to exceptional winemaking.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Region:


Spain
Spain

While its reputation as a serious wine destination was eclipsed by France and Italy for many years, ignoring Spain today means missing out on some of the world's most exciting wines. Enjoying hundreds of miles of sun-kissed coastline and rocky interiors at higher elevations, Spain provides an ideal location for vineyards. Whether it is sparkling cavas from Catalonia, crisp Verdejos from Rueda, sublime Tempranillos from Ribera del Duero or inky Monastrells from Valencia, Spain has many wine styles to explore, all expressing the country's wildly unique terroir.

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