Bodegas Emilio Moro Bestizo Mencia Bierzo
Cherry-red hued color. The nose is a fresh bouquet of red and stone fruits of cherry, peach and red plum alongside delicate floral and spicy notes. On the palate the wine has juicy fruit (cherry, peach), lively acidity, a refreshing minerality. The Moro family has been farming vineyards in the Ribera del Duero since 1932, the birth year of Emilio Moro (the patriarch). For two generations, the grapes were sold on the bulk market. In 1988, current proprietor José Moro Espinosa invested the family’s entire savings into winery equipment and Bodegas Emilio Moro was born.
Classification: DO (Denominación de Origen)
Grape Varietal: Mencia
Feature: Sustainable
Country: Spain
Region: Castillo y Leon
Appellation: Bierzo
Grape Profile: Mencia produces flavorful wines with moderate tannins, rounded acidity and flavors of red fruits (red cherries, red plums, currants), floral notes (like violets and roses) and hints of light herbs.
Region Profile: Bierzo enjoys a unique microclimate, situated between the coastal influence of Galicia to the west and the plateau of Castilla y León to the east. The region is protected by the Montes de León Mountain range, resulting in a semi-humid climate.
Pair with: Meats such as roasted chicken and pork. Gilled Lamb. Spanish tapas such as patatas bravas and tortillas. Semi-hard cheeses like Manchego. Grilled vegetables like mushrooms and asparagus. Charcuterie boards.
