{"title":"Mencia","description":"\u003cp\u003eMencía is one of north-west Spain's most exciting and distinctive red grapes, producing wines of real elegance, freshness and terroir-driven character in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/galicia\" title=\"Galicia wines\"\u003eGalicia\u003c\/a\u003e and the neighbouring region of Bierzo. Light to medium in body with vibrant red fruit, floral aromatics, earthy mineral depth and a silky, approachable texture, Mencía is often compared to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pinot-noir\" title=\"Pinot Noir wines\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/a\u003e for its delicacy and sense of place. Brilliant alongside lighter meat dishes, charcuterie and soft cheeses, it is one of the most food-friendly and rewarding red grapes coming out of the Iberian Peninsula.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"envinate-lousas-vinas-de-aldea-envinate-ribera-sacra-2021","title":"Envinate Lousas Vinas de Aldea, Envinate, Ribera Sacra","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cp__highlight\"\u003eAnother gem from the stable of Envinate. Like all their wines these are produced in miniscule quatities, so when they are available, you should jump at the chance! A blend of Mencía, the famed grape of the Bierzo region, and some Alicante Bouschet from 70 year-old vines at 430 metres elevation. Made in the old traditional way with the grapes being foot-stomped and fermented in a small open vat. Tiny quantities made and this has an impressive cult following. Get whilst you can as it always sells out, This is a dream of a glass with really intense fruitiness and moreish savoury undertones. Medium to full bodied.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Quintessential Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037007253564,"sku":"RE-3-9-B, D-2-6","price":33.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/2727\/7116\/files\/Envinate_Lousas_RibeiraSacra.png?v=1757601755"},{"product_id":"paixon-mencia-monterrei-spain","title":"Paixon Mencia, Monterrei, Spain","description":"\u003cp\u003ePaixon Mencia is bright, juicy and effortlessly drinkable, with notes of red cherry, raspberry and a light floral lift. The palate is fresh and supple, with soft tannins and a lively, crunchy finish that keeps things flowing. If you enjoy the freshness and fruit forward charm of Beaujolais, this is very much in that happy place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaixon comes from Monterrei in north west Spain, a lesser known region known for producing fresh, elegant styles shaped by Atlantic influence. Mencia thrives here, delivering wines with fragrance, balance and natural drinkability rather than weight. The vineyards sit at altitude, helping retain acidity and clarity in the fruit. This is a modern expression of Spanish red wine that leans into freshness, making it incredibly food friendly and easy to love.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Findlaters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55323560411521,"sku":"RC-2-15, D-1-7","price":19.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/2727\/7116\/files\/PaixonMencia_Monterrei_Spain.png?v=1770384197"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.thenudewineco.ie\/collections\/mencia.oembed","provider":"The Nude Wine Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}