Luna Beberide, Bierzo (León, Spain) Mencia 2019

 Always among the most delicious and versatile wines I taste each year for fewer than $20, this performs very well again in the 2019 vintage.  Medium-bodied, it offers more flavor impact than one would expect based on its weight, which is one of the keys to its versatility with food — or without food, as a stand-alone sipper.  The fruit aromas and flavors recall red berries and black cherries with subtle savory accents, and the finish is freshened by nicely balanced acidity that never turns tart.  This will pair up beautifully with anything from grilled fish to poultry dishes or lighter meats like pork or veal, and even with spicy lamb or beef dishes.