BREZO
MENCÍA 2023 • BIERZO
"A young, vibrant, and fruit-forward red, capturing the purest essence of the Mencía grape with Gregory Pérez's elegance and honesty."
Mengoba Philosophy
Gregory Pérez is committed to artisan and respectful viticulture, working the vineyards with animal traction to maintain soil health in Bierzo. Brezo is the gateway to this universe of purity, where the Mencía grape expresses itself without filters or artifices, achieving an honest wine that reflects the minerality of slate and the juiciness of Valtuille's clay.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Bodegas y Viñedos Mengoba.
- Origin: D.O. Bierzo, Spain (Valtuille).
- Varietals: Mencía with indigenous contributions.
- Winemaking: Indigenous yeasts in stainless steel.
- Style: Young red, agile and highly fruity.
- Volume: 750 ml | 13.5% Alc. Vol.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Bright cherry red with very lively violet hues that denote its vibrant youth.
Nose: Explosion of fresh red fruit like raspberries and wild strawberries, accompanied by floral notes of violets and a subtle background of aromatic herbs and licorice.
Palate: Agile, light, and very juicy. Presents polished tannins and refreshing acidity that makes it extremely easy to drink, leaving a clean, persistent, and fruity finish.
3. Wine Style
BODY (LIGHT / MEDIUM) [ ● ● ● ○ ○ ]
FRUIT INTENSITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
CHARACTER (HONEST) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
CONSUMPTION POTENTIAL [ IMMEDIATE / 3 YEARS ]
4. Casual Pairing
Informal Cuisine: The perfect companion for tapas: "cecina de León" (cured beef), ham croquettes, or semi-cured cheeses. Its freshness harmonizes magnificently with artisan pizzas, tomato-based pastas, and "tacos al pastor."
Ideal Moment: A wine to enjoy at relaxed barbecues, gatherings with friends, or as a mid-afternoon glass.
Temperature: Serve ideally between **14°C and 16°C**. Can be slightly chilled in warm climates.
5. Frequently Asked Questions
What type of Mencía grape is Brezo?
It's a young Mencía from old vineyards in Valtuille and Villafranca del Bierzo. It is characterized by its freshness, wild red fruit notes, and an agile and juicy palate, without the weight of oak.
What is the best temperature to serve this wine?
It is recommended to serve between 14°C and 16°C. In warm climates, it can be slightly chilled to enhance its liveliness and floral character, making it even more pleasant.