Structure

Bodymedium
Tanninmedium
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 3 to 12 years from vintage.
vintage3 yrs12 yrs14 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedMedium tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: broom flower, cassis, coconut, oak vanilla

Palate: good structure, well integrated tannin, appreciable length

Intense and fresh, with the personal aromas of Mencía: broom flower and cassis alongside coconut and vanilla from the oak, over a well structured palate.

What it pairs with

  • Braised veal shank
    Good structure and integrated tannin suit a long braise.
  • Roast pork with herbs
    The broom flower note echoes the herb crust.
  • Hard cheese with walnuts
    The coconut and vanilla register meets the nuts.

History

Oncedo is a varietal Mencía from controlled yields in the Oncedo parcel of Finca Robledo, one of the estate's own vineyards at Cacabelos. It spends eight months in French oak and a minimum of six months in bottle before release.

Facts

Producer
Ribas del Cúa · visiting guide
Grapes
Mencía (100%)
Classification
DO Bierzo
Oak
Eight months in French oak barrels and a minimum of six months in bottle
ABV
14.0%
Price
€20-26 at retail
Drinking window
3-12 from vintage

Frequently asked about Oncedo Mencía

What does Oncedo Mencía taste like?

An intense and fresh wine with the personal aromas of the Mencía grape: broom flower and cassis, with coconut and vanilla from the oak. It has good structure in the mouth, well integrated tannins and appreciable length, with an agreeable finish.

Where is Oncedo Mencía made?

From the Oncedo parcel within Finca Robledo, one of Ribas del Cúa's own vineyards near Cacabelos.

How long is Oncedo Mencía aged?

Eight months in French oak barrels and a minimum of six months in bottle.

What food pairs with Oncedo Mencía?

Braised veal shank, roast pork with herbs, or a hard cheese with walnuts.

Tags

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