Flavium, 100% Mencia
90pts, Robert Parker!
Mencia may not be a grape you’ve heard about before, but we wanted to share this wine with you in hopes to expand your preference of Grape Varietals when looking for wine on a weekly (or daily) basis!
Mencia is a common grape grown in Northwest Spain. This particular wine comes from the northwest region of Spain, Bierzo. Although this grape used to be thought of as a cousin of Cabernet Franc, recent DNA testing has shown that this may not be true. And in flavor, this grape has really grown from what used to be a lighter bodied, simpler wine has now become a big red with bright color and complex flavors!
Our Tasting Notes:
Flavium Mencia has an absolutely beautiful Fuchsia red color!
The aroma holds chocolate, some dark cherry and even a hint of leather.
The wine is a nice rich and complex red! Dark fruit flavors with fresh acidity and tannins.
Great flavor and sophistication!
Food Pairing:
This wine could go great with slow roasted pork, grilled duck or many other foods!
Enjoy one tonight!
Cheers,
Mr. Bill
