2022 | Michelini i Mufatto 'Plop En El Camino Acercándonos' Mencía | Bierzo Vlahiko a slight yeasty note and

a slight yeasty note and soft floral hints

aniseed and an array of spices reminiscent of Angostura bitters

The quality of the grape and nature of the aging process have dialed up the intricacy

great texture and long finish

This has acceptably energy though I wouldn't recommend aging it for more than a few years

2022 | Michelini i Mufatto 'Plop En El Camino Acercándonos' Mencía | Bierzo Vlahiko a slight yeasty note andThe young unoaked Menca, the eponymous 2022 Merayo is varietal and juicy, with notes of licorice, wild berries, flowers and herbs. It has a moderate 13. 28% alcohol and a velvety mouthfeel. It's from old vines and was fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and kept in tank for two to three months. 92 Pts Wine Advocate