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Mencia
(MEHN-cee-ah or MEHN-thee-ah)
Synonyms:
Fernao Pires Tinta, Giao, Jaen, Jaen Galego, Loureiro Tinto, Negra, Negro, Tinto Mencia, Tinto Mollar
Wine Name:
Mencia
Background:
Mencia is a northwestern Spain red grape similar in charactristics to Cabernet Franc although slightly more acidic and tannic. It is the main red grape in the Bierzo region but also grown in Valdeorra, Ribeiro and some other areas of Spain. It usually has a raspberry herbal flavor.
Classic Brands and Sources:
Amizade, Benaza, Descendientes de José Palacios, Dominio de Tares, Moure, Priorato de Pantó, Telmo Rodriguez, Vire dos Remedios
Characteristics:
| Style | Body | Acidity | Sweetness | Tannins |
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Typical
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medium
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medium (+)
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dry
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medium (+)
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Wine and food pairing guidelines:
Pairs with acidic foods and lighter meats with acidic sauces or marinades
Foods and Entrees that usually pair:
Pair with lighter red meats, fowl, chicken and shellfish especially when cooked in wine or with a wine or tomato sauce. Predominantly sweet or fruity dishes should be avoided.
Cheese Pairings:
Feta, goat cheese, Gouda, Majorero, Mahon, Bucheron, dry Jack cheese, Gouda, Neufchatel, Pont-L'Eveque, Raclette, Reblochon, Roquefort, Saint-Nectare,Vacherin
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Mencia at Plonk Wine Merchants
Mencia at Wikipedia
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