Common synonyms: Cabernet, Jaen (Portugal), Loureiro tinto, Médoc, Mencía pajaral, Mencía pequeña, Negra, Negro
Parentage of the grape: As the list of synonyms indicates, it was thought for a long time that Mencia was related to Cabernet Franc. However, it was proven in 2003 that this is not the case.
History of the grape: Mencia is native to northwestern Spain and was once thought to be a clone of Cabernet Franc that was brought there by pilgrims traveling along the Camino de Santiago. This is not the case. Perhaps its roots are really in Portugal, where it is known as Jaen.
Characteristics of the grape: red and dark berry fruit, occasional vegetal character, can be savory, with good acidity and tannin.
Regions where the grape currently is important: Ribeira Sacra, Bierzo, and Valdeorras
Type or types of wines the grape produces: The Mencias of Ribeira Sacra are lighter, brighter, fresher, and often more mineral-driven. The grape thrives on the steep Read more »
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Mencia on Snooth
February 2013
This is a very nice wine. I really like the extended barrel aging. Lends a sweet vanilla character to the smell that overwhelms the ripe, sweet, semi tart red cherry. Drinking this wine 2-6-13. Has aged well. Noticeable alcohol burn. Wine is on the lighter side for tannins and acidity is fresh and consistent with the other flavors. Read More
January 2013
big tannins, light bodied...long finish Read More
January 2013
Fairly sour, but with a little sugary sweetness too. A little cranberry and ... off-notes. Haven't heard of mencia grapes before, but they taste just fine to m Read More
Jan 20, 2012
tastes like a cool climate Mourvedre
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