Bodegas Albamar Fusco Mencia 2020

The Land Bodegas Albamar’s Fusco Mencía is from the heart of Galicia’s Ribeira Sacra, a region renowned for its dramatic terraced vineyards that cascade down the steep slopes of the Miño and Sil rivers in northwest Spain. These ancient terraces, some dating back to Roman times, are carved into granite and slate soils, which impart an unmistakable minerality to the wine. Ribeira Sacra’s cool, Atlantic-influenced climate, tempered by the warmth of the inland valleys, creates ideal conditions for Mencía to develop its hallmark freshness, fine tannins, and delicate aromatics. Low yields from these steep, challenging vineyards ensure that every grape tells the story of this rugged landscape. The WineThe 2020 Fusco Mencía offers a vibrant, expressive take on this Galician variety. On the nose, aromas of wild juicy red berries, violets, and black cherries mingle with hints of dried herbs and crushed stone. On the palate, it’s lively and medium-bodied, with supple tannins and bright acidity fr