Antoine Graillot & Raul Perez Bierzo Tinto Encinas 2022 750ml

The 2022 Encinas feels cleaner and less reductive than previous years, and it’s floral, perfumed and even elegant. It fermented in concrete with 66% full clusters for 30 days and matured in a 5,000-liter oak vat. It’s medium-bodied and juicy, with very fine tannins and elegant, floral flavors that linger on the finish. This is the most elegant vintage of Encinas that I can remember. It has a contained 13% alcohol. Some 6,000 bottles produced.

• Country: Spain
• Region: Castilla Y Leon
• Appellation: Bierzo
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red
• Alcohol by Vol: 13.0%

Varietal

Mencia

Mencía, a distinguished red grape variety native to the northwestern region of Spain, particularly in Bierzo and Ribeira Sacra, offers wines of unique character and charm. Thriving in the region’s steep terraced vineyards and slate-rich soils, Mencía produces wines acclaimed for their vibrant fruitiness and elegant structure.

Mencía wines are known for their medium body, refreshing acidity, and flavors of red berries, plum, and subtle herbal undertones. With its silky texture and supple tannins, Mencía offers a delightful drinking experience that pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, from grilled meats and hearty stews to charcuterie and tapas.

As interest in Spanish red wines continues to rise, Mencía stands out as a shining star, captivating enthusiasts with its distinctive expression and unmistakable sense of place.