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Bierzo
The D.O. Bierzo (approved in 1989) extends across the northwest of the province of León, in a transitional area between Galicia, León, and Asturias, encompassing 32 municipalities, several mountain valleys, and part of the Leonese plateau. The red wine made from the native mencía grape is the most characteristic product of the denomination.
Climate
It is one of the few Spanish regions where the Atlantic climate prevails. Temperate climate, with some humidity due to Galician influence but also influenced by the dry Castilian climate. The average annual rainfall is 721 mm.
Soil
The soils are clay-limestone with high slate components in the higher areas.
Hectares
3027
Annual production
9749100
Location
León
1990
Very Good
1991
Very Good
1992
Very Good
1993
Very Good
1994
Very Good
1995
Good
1996
Very Good
1997
Good
1998
Good
1999
Good
2000
Very Good
2001
Very Good
2002
Very Good
2003
Very Good
2004
Very Good
2005
Excellent
2006
Very Good
2007
Excellent
2008
Very Good
2009
Very Good
2010
Very Good
2011
Very Good
2012
Excellent
2013
Very Good
2014
Excellent
2015
Excellent
2016
Excellent
2017
Very Good
2018
Excellent
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