Antoine Graillot & Raul Perez 'Encinas' Mencia, Bierzo, Spain 2019 Laberinto Wines ripe red plum and chalk

ripe red plum and chalk

violet and dried Mediterranean herb flavors

The second wine from the biodynamic estate of Durfort-Vivens

a faint line of maple

Winemaking is moving away from 500-liter barrels to embrace larger foudre

Antoine Graillot & Raul Perez 'Encinas' Mencia, Bierzo, Spain 2019 Laberinto Wines ripe red plum and chalkAppealing violet, tarry smoke and spice box notes play on the nose of this expressive red, with flavors of black plum reduction, red licorice, cured tobacco and singed orange peel on the palate. The fresh, lasting finish features fine grained tannins, which are creamy with light grip. Drink now through 2029. 850 cases made, 112 cases imported. 93 Pts Wine Spectator