MENCÍA DE ESPANILLO 2020 SINGLE VINEYARD RED WINE D.O.
EL BIERZO
SINGLE VINEYARD WINE • EL BIERZO
"The vertical elegance of the high mountains: a liquid expression that captures the indomitable essence of Espanillo, where the Mencía achieves aristocratic finesse and a vibrant slate minerality."
High Mountain Purity
Gregory Pérez, the soul behind Mengoba, interprets the Espanillo site through minimal-intervention viticulture. Located at extreme altitudes on pure rock soils, this wine is the result of respectful fermentation in foudres, allowing the tension of the slate to express itself without the veil of commercial oak.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Bodegas y Viñedos Mengoba
Origin: Paraje de Espanillo, D.O. Bierzo, Spain
Varietal: 100% Old Vine Mencía
Aging: 11 months in noble wood foudres
Soil: Decomposed slate on extreme slopes
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Crisp garnet color with violet reflections. Medium-light body that denotes its Burgundian finesse.
Nose: Wild profile. Currants, fresh raspberries, and a marked note of wet stone and graphite.
Palate: Absolute verticality. The mineral acidity guides the drink toward a sapid, long, and deeply elegant finish.
3. Architecture of Terroir
4. Gourmet Pairing
Haute Cuisine: Grilled Iberian pork pluma, roasted squab, or long-aged red meats.
Local Cuisine: The ultimate companion to Botillo del Bierzo or game rice dishes with wild mushrooms.
Serving: We recommend light aeration in the glass. Serve at 16°C.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What distinguishes it from a conventional Mencía?
Its single-vineyard origin and its altitude. While other Mencías can be warm, Espanillo seeks Atlantic freshness and the vibration of the rock.
Is it a wine with a lot of oak?
No. Gregory Pérez uses large-capacity foudres to allow for micro-oxygenation without adding toasted flavors that hide the fruit and mineral character.