Awards

  • Decander Bronze 2021
  • James Suckling 92
  • Tim Atkin 93 2021

Bancales Olvidados

Forgotten, but not lost. The recovery of two exceptional and unique vineyards: Miño and Sil; slate and shale. The most special example of our Mencía after it has been in a barrel. The result of a human project to appreciate the work of sorne winegrowers who shun the easy life and work in the most adverse areas.

  • D.O. Ribeira Sacra.
  • Atlantic climate with continental influence.
  • 100% Mencía grape.
  • Grapes destemmed and crushed, fermentation for 10 days with gentle pump over, followed by a maceration lasting 10 days.
  • After malolactic fermentation the wine is aged in French oak of second and third use for 10 months.
  • Yearly Production 20 000 bottles
Origin
Ribeira Sacra, Spain
Colour
Medium Violet
Aroma
Intense, with notes of violet, blackberry, smoke and pepper.
Recommended Serving Temperature
15 °C
Cellaring Potential
7 years
Alcohol Volume
14%

Dominant Flavors

Blackberry, Pepper, Violet

Pairing

Hunting, Molluscs, Pot Roast, Red Meat

Acidity
3 out of 5
Alcohol
3 out of 5
Body
4 out of 5
Fruit
3 out of 5
Tannin
4 out of 5

Awards

  • Decander Bronze 2021
  • James Suckling 92
  • Tim Atkin 93 2021
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