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Privilegio

2005 Bierzo 100% Mencía

The Ribas Del Cua Privilegio is a remarkable red wine crafted from 100% Mencía grapes, showcasing the unique character of the Bierzo region. This wine is medium-bodied, offering a delightful balance that makes it easy to enjoy. The acidity is bright and refreshing, providing a perfect backdrop to its vibrant and prominent fruit intensity. With notable tannins, this wine features a sturdy structure that lends itself well to food pairings. The Ribas Del Cua Privilegio is also dry, allowing the flavors of dark cherries, plums, and subtle earthy notes to shine through. This vintage from 2005 truly reflects the terroir of Bierzo, making it a standout choice for wine enthusiasts.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Earth

Earth

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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