Veronica Ortega Roc Mencia 2023

This dry red wine from D.O. Bierzo, crafted by the Veronica Ortega winery, stands out for its varietal character. It offers aromas of violets, underbrush, and mineral notes, accompanied by a firm structure and a deep finish on the palate.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Mencía, Palomino
• D.O. / Region: D.O. Bierzo
• Winery: Veronica Ortega
• Soil / Altitude: Clay-sandy, Valtuille de Abajo
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: Two winters in foudres and 500-liter barrels

The vineyard

The grapes originate from old vines located in Valtuille de Abajo, specifically in the plots of El Couso and La Rata. The clay-sandy soils, featuring a high proportion of sand, bring freshness and a well-defined floral profile to the Mencía grape.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

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Poultry

Poultry works with light white wines — Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc — or soft reds like Pinot Noir, Grenache.

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Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

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Winemaking

Fermentation takes place spontaneously with whole clusters in open wooden vats. Afterward, the wine is aged for two winters in oak foudres and 500-liter barrels to develop complexity.

Why buy it

If you are looking for a red wine with identity and cellaring potential, this wine faithfully reflects the region's terroir. Its balance and elegance make it an excellent choice for special occasions. You can buy Veronica Ortega Roc Mencia 2023 online directly from our shop to enrich your collection.