Sangarida Mencia 2020
Country
Spain
Region
Bierzo
Producer
Attis
Grape(s)
Mencia (100%)
Type
Red
Style
Mineral
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
13%
Closure Style
Diam
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
No
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
Bierzo is a wine region in the northwest of Castilla y Leon, Spain, close to the region`s borders with Galicia to the west and Asturias to the north. The Bierzo viticultural area consists of two parts. Bierzo Alto (high Bierzo), a mineral-rich and mountainous terrain where terraced vineyards are sewn into the slopes, and Bierzo Bajo (low Bierzo), a wide and verdant plain. Bierzo`s proximity to the Atlantic Ocean has a profound effect on its overall climate, and the soil types are very different to the rest of Castilla y Leon, with a predominance of slate and granite which favours Mencia Vines. The wines tend to be lighter and more refreshing.
Producer
Founded in 2000 by the Farina family, Attis have 12.3 acres of vineyards planted with Albarino vines ranging from 5 to 50 years. Robustiano Farina provides years of experience to support his sons Baldomero and Robustiano Jr. in their management of the vineyard, winery and business operations. In 2011, they invested in a new, modern winery and hired Jean-Francois Hebrard for technical advice and ecological cultivation in the vineyards. This came to fruition for the 2012 vintage, encompassing all aspect of winemaking; spontaneous fermentation, ageing on the lees and a reduction in their use of sulphur.
Tasting Notes
The name Sangarida comes from Greek mythology; Attis was the mythical consort of the Great Mother of the Gods, Cibeles. Attis had vowed to be celibate forever in order to serve Cibeles, however he met a nymph called Sangarida, fell in love and broke his oath. Both Attis and Sangarida were punished but Cibeles resurrected Attis turning him into a pine tree as a symbol of the great mother nature. Made from 100% Mencia, a low-yielding native grape variety from plots over 50 years old on the slopes of the Montes Aquilianos. Mencia is characterised by its freshness, red fruits balanced by mineral notes and acidity.
Food
Serve with dried cured meats or perfect with a pizza.
Media
James Suckling 94pts
