Mencía
/men-THEE-ah (Spain) / men-SEE-ah (Latin America)/Mencía is a rising star red grape of northwest Spain, most famously from Bierzo, where old vines on slate soils produce aromatic, red-fruit, terroir-driven wines that recall fine Pinot Noir yet remain distinctly Iberian — smooth, perfumed and increasingly collectable.
🍇 Red grapemedium bodydry
Grape profile
Character & style
| Trait | Character |
|---|---|
| Body | medium |
| Acidity | medium |
| Tannins | medium |
| Sweetness | dry |
| Alcohol tendency | medium |
| Origin | Bierzo, Spain |
| Common flavours | cherry, red fruit, floral, slate minerality, spice |
| Aromas | red cherry, raspberry, violet, mineral, herbs |
Pairing
Best food pairings
- Jamón ibérico
- grilled vegetables
- lamb
- soft cheese
- charcuterie