Luna Beberide turns out terrific renditions of the Mencia grape from Bierzo, which is definitely one of the most exciting wines issuing from the surpassingly exciting wine country of Spain. It features pure, fresh fruit recalling black cherries above all, along with subtle toast and spice accents and a nice dash of minerality in the finish. Delicious in a medium-bodied format, this will prove extremely versatile with food, as it will stand up to robust meat dishes without overpowering more delicate ones.
Luna Beberide, Bierzo (Castilla y Leon, Spain) 2008
By Michael Franz