Region
Spain, Bierso
Grape
Mencia
Type
White, Secondary
Manufacturer
Castro Ventosa
Strength
14
Feed temperature
17–18 °С
Manufacturer's website

"El Castro de Valtuille" Mencia Seleccion, Bierzo DO

"Эль Кастро де Вальтуилле" Менсия Селексьон

WS 82

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RP 90

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There 3.3

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Vintage:

2013

Volume:

0.75 l

From

8 270 ₽

Interesting facts

Wine "El Castro de Valtuille" Mencia Seleccion is made from grapes Mencia, through which the Bierzo region gained world fame. There is a legend that Mencia vines brought here by the pilgrims going to Santiago de Compostella. Still we do not know the origin of Mensa — whether it is reborn Pinot Noir, or Cabernet franc. Experts call Mensah grade chameleon, because depending on the terroir it exhibits the features of Cabernet franc and Pinot Noir. Wine made from grapes Mencia, has the best properties of Burgundy wines — it is aristocratic and sophisticated at the same time, strong.

Tasting Characteristics

The wine has a deep red color with purple reflections.
The wine shows a refined aroma, creamy and balsamic hints combined with notes of wild berries, licorice and spices.
The wine is round, balanced taste with hints of cherry, smoke, herbs and spice, with fine tannins and a long finish.
This wine is perfect for hot appetizers, red meat, cheese and smoked sausage.