Bierzo D.O. Bierzo is located on the western edge of the province of León, next to the Galician border. The region has a distinct microclimate, being at relatively low altitude and protected on both sides by mountains, marking a transition between the arid meseta and verdant Galicia. Wineries have abounded in this area for over 2000 years. Monasteries were the prime wine producers in this area during the medieval era. The DO was established in 1989.

Grape Varieties
The varieties of Granacha, Godello, Malvasia and Mencia are authorized in this DO. The most unique variety used in the wines from Bierzo are the Mencia grapes. The Santiago de Compostela pilgrim route passes directly through the region and the predominant red grape, Mencía, was allegedly introduced by pilgrims

Mencia
Mencia still occupies most of the Bierzo vineyards and is locally called Negra (black) due to the dark color of the grape and the resulting wine. Menica grapes produce excellent red and rosé velvety wines of high quality. Mencia red wines are fruity and delicate.

Dobiñon from Señorio de los Arcos

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