750ml Pittacum Mencia Red Wine (Alpiste)

Additional Information

Brand: Pittacum
Country: Spain
Region: D.O. Bierzo (León)
Variety: Mencia
Size / Format: 750 ml

Product Description

Since the winery’s foundation (1999), its priority has been to create wines with personality that carry the character imparted by the Mencía variety. This variety is said to be spicy like Cabernet Franc and fresh like Pinot Noir. It is the emblematic variety of D.O. Bierzo, one of Spain’s emerging regions. This wine is made from old centenarian vineyards, creating this exquisite and innovative proposal to explore new nuances.

Origin

D.O. Bierzo (León) – Spain.

Variety

Mencía 100%.

Aging

French Oak, 8 months + 18 in Estiba (Reductive aging in the bottle).

Nose

Perfumed. Fresh red fruits, spices, India ink, licorice, and a mineral background.

Palate

Its entry is lively and warm. A fruity character is presented in harmony with spicy and mineral touches. Mature tannins, its acidity provides vivacity, of moderate intensity and good balance.

Pairing Suggestions

Cured meats, blue fish, stews, casseroles, rice dishes, mushroom dishes, white and red meats.