The Burgundian elegance that arises from century-old vines
On the slopes of the Bierzo, where the Mencía vines root in soils that have witnessed generations, emerges a wine that captures the deepest essence of the region: Señorío del Bierzo Mencía Centenaria 2024. Derived from centenarian vines and matured with a brief ageing in French oak, this red combines tradition, freshness, and a character that moves from the first sip. A wine that invites you to discover the greatness of a unique area.
Señorío del Bierzo Mencía Centenaria 2024 highlights the essence of the D.O. Bierzo with a straightforward and well-defined style. Made from 100% Mencía grapes and aged for 4 months in French oak barrels, this short ageing is enough to give it that friendly texture and a hint of depth that is appreciated from the very first sip.
Behind this red is Vinos del Bierzo, a cooperative with strong roots in the area and a working style closely tied to the origin. There is no need for elaborate embellishments here: the focus is on the variety, the 2024 harvest, and that very recognisable character of Bierzo, where the vineyard sets the pace and lends personality to each bottle.
Señorío del Bierzo Mencía Centenaria 2024 is one of those wines that speak clearly, without unnecessary noise. A red designed to honestly showcase Mencía, balancing fruit, freshness, and a touch of ageing that naturally rounds out the overall profile.
Consumption features
Pairing
Are you looking for a red wine to accompany dishes with character without hiding its nuances? Señorío del Bierzo Mencía Centenaria 2024 pairs very well with roast lamb, grilled entrecôte, pork tenderloin, and stewed partridge. It also harmonises with sautéed mushrooms, roasted peppers, and cured sheep’s cheese. Its Mencía profile complements hearty stews and baked blue fish such as tuna or bonito, provided the accompaniment is bold and well-balanced.
Service
Señorío del Bierzo Mencía Centenaria 2024 stands out for its Mencía profile with a brief ageing in French oak barrels. Serve this wine in a wide glass to enhance its aromatic expression and enjoy it with gentle aeration before drinking. No decanting is necessary.
In this Señorío del Bierzo Mencía Centenaria 2024, the ageing takes place over 4 months in French oak barrels. This winemaking process adds structure and refinement to a 100% Mencía from the D.O. Bierzo.
Vineyard
Description
Señorío del Bierzo Mencía Centenaria 2024 expresses the character of Mencía with a short ageing of 4 months in French oak barrels, refining its profile without losing freshness or character. Crafted in the D.O. Bierzo by Vinos del Bierzo, it originates from a 2024 harvest worked with a single variety, focusing the emphasis on the grape and the winery’s precision.
