Don Bernardino Vacamulo Mencía Red 2017 🇪🇸

Don Bernardino Vacamulo Mencía Red 2017: A Refined Expression from Ribeira Sacra

97 points. "A complex and layered wine with remarkable depth." – Decanter World Wine Awards

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Deep cherry with violet hues.
• Nose: Aromas of ripe red fruits like blackberries and raspberries, intertwined with herbal and floral notes of violets and wild herbs, alongside subtle hints of spice.
• Palate: Medium-bodied, offering flavors of red fruit, earth, and delicate floral tones. The tannins are smooth and balanced, creating a silky texture. The fresh acidity keeps the wine lively, with a complex blend of wild berries and minerality.
• Finish: Long and elegant, with lingering fruit and a touch of spice.

The Story Behind the Wine: Produced in the Amandi subzone of the Ribeira Sacra region, the Vacamulo 2017 is crafted from old-vine Mencía, known for its elegance and ability to reflect the unique terroir of the steep, terraced vineyards of the region. Aged for 60 months in French oak barrels, this wine undergoes traditional winemaking techniques, including the use of wild yeast and a long malolactic fermentation process. These methods enhance the wine’s complexity, structure, and ability to age​.

Pairing Suggestions:

• Grilled Meats: Perfect with lamb or pork.
• Galician Cuisine: Complements traditional dishes like pulpo a la gallega (octopus).
• Aged Cheeses: Ideal with semi-hard cheeses like Manchego.

Wine Specifications:

• Variety: 100% Mencía
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
• Bottle Size: 750 ml
• Appellation: Ribeira Sacra, Spain

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