2020 Puerto Del Monte

Spanish

Mencia 2020 by Puerto Del Monte - $32

Varietals:     Mencia 100%

Production Notes: The grapes are selected in the vineyard and harvested by hand at optimum phenolic ripeness. They undergo 48 hours of maceration at 8ºC. Alcoholic fermentation occurs over 6-10 days at 28ºC and malolactic over 5-9 days at 19ºC. The wine remains in stainless steel tanks on its fine lees for 2 months before ageing for 2-3 months in French and American oak barrels. It is cold stabilized, clarified and filtered.

Tasting Notes:        Deep cherry red with purple highlights. Aromas of black fruit, notes of tar, pencil lead and spices. Fresh acidity well balanced with the sweetness of the alcohol and a touch of oak, medium bodied with a long fruity finish.