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Dominio de Anza [Diego Magana] Bierzo Tinto “Finca el Rapolao” 2022 750ml
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SKU 970688
$62.70/bottle
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The 2022 Dominio de Anza Finca El Rapolao fermented in three separate parts, as he harvested (earlier) over three different times. He only used an average of 20% full clusters (but different percentages depending on the different zones of the vineyard. It has a moderate 12.8% alcohol and a sensation of harmony, elegance and freshness on the palate that is remarkable for the very warm year. In this warm vintage, he aged the wine in three 500-liter barrels for a little under one year. It has very fine, chalky tannins. 1,930 bottles produced. It was bottled in September 2023.
Mencía, a distinguished red grape variety native to the northwestern region of Spain, particularly in Bierzo and Ribeira Sacra, offers wines of unique character and charm. Thriving in the region's steep terraced vineyards and slate-rich soils, Mencía produces wines acclaimed for their vibrant fruitiness and elegant structure.
Mencía wines are known for their medium body, refreshing acidity, and flavors of red berries, plum, and subtle herbal undertones. With its silky texture and supple tannins, Mencía offers a delightful drinking experience that pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, from grilled meats and hearty stews to charcuterie and tapas.
As interest in Spanish red wines continues to rise, Mencía stands out as a shining star, captivating enthusiasts with its distinctive expression and unmistakable sense of place.
Country
Spain
Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.
Region
Castilla Y Leon
The ancient, arid and beautiful region of Castilla y Leon is the largest in Spain, and amongst the largest single 'regions' in any country of Europe. It has been famed throughout the centuries for its architecture, its people, its art and literature, and not least for its characterful and flavorful wines, which capture the beating heart and passion of Spain and Spanish culture. Castilla y Leon is essentially a vast plateau, and is extremely dry, with a poor soil structure which one might think would make viticulture difficult, if not impossible. However, Castilla y Leon has plenty of native grape varietals which are able to stretch their roots deep underground, to tap into the moisture and minerals which can be found there.
Appellation
Bierzo
WA96pts
Wine Advocate
The 2022 Dominio de Anza Finca El Rapolao fermented in three separate parts, as he harvested (earlier) over three different times. He only used an average of 20% full clusters (but different percentages depending on the different zones of the vineyard. It has a moderate 12.8% alcohol and a sensation of harmony, elegance and freshness on the palate that is remarkable for the very warm year. In this warm vintage, he aged the wine in three 500-liter barrels for a little under one year. It has very fine, chalky tannins. 1,930 bottles produced. It was bottled in September 2023.
JS95pts
James Suckling
#62 in Top 100 Wines of Spain, 2024. A really lovely Bierzo that’s fluid yet firm and serious, and extremely drinkable. Wild berries, Morello cherries, white pepper, dried herbs and a touch of iodine. Some whole bunches? Sappy and full-bodied thanks to the intensity of fruit and the structure, which is built from stacks of stony, assertive tannins. Long, really succulent and tight-grained. Needs two more years to come around.
VM93pts
Vinous Media
The 2022 Finca el Rapolao comprises 90% Mencía blended with 10% Garnacha Tintorera, Bastardo and Doña Blanca, sourced from Valtuille de Abajo in Bierzo. Fermented with 20% whole clusters and aged for 12 months in oak barrels, this wine exhibits a deep purple-garnet hue and unfolds enticing aromas of elderberry and blackberry, complemented by an herbal core. On the palate, it is dry, taut and fairly compact, with claylike tannins that impart energy, leading to a lingering, intense finish. The Finca ell Rapolao offers a captivating contrast between its rich black fruit aroma and its light, refreshing mouthfeel.
Winery Notes
• Mostly Mencía, with some Bastardo (Trousseau), Garnacha Tintorera, and Doña Blanca.
• Hand-harvested in multiple passes for precision ripeness.
• Fermented spontaneously in large wooden tina.
• Raised for about a year in in used 225L barrels.
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