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Richard and Ada
Country of Origin: Spain
Location: Bierzo
People: Richard Sanz & Ada Prada, Owners & Winemakers
Supplier: http://valkyrieselections.com


Richard Sanz and Ada Prada met in oenology school and founded this small proyect in 2004. Ada & Richard both come from dynastic winemaking families (Richard in Rueda, Ada in Bierzo). Together, they tend to distinct plots in and outside the village of Cacabelos that are farmed organically.

Though technically in the region of Castilla y León, Bierzo is often referred to as the “Gateway to Galicia.” The Bierzo DO has a unique microclimate which is a hybrid of the surrounding areas. On the one hand, it is similar to the climate of Galicia with regard to humidity and rainfall, and on the other it is has the hot, dry climate of Castile. This lends to wines that are more structured than the light, fruity reds of Galicia but leaner than the powerful styles of the Duero.
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Mencias de Dos 2011 'de 2' Bierzo DO Net Price Reviews —
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Mencias de Dos 2011 'de 2' Bierzo DO
Rating: 90

(fermented in stainless steel and aged for three months in small French oak barrels): Vivid ruby. Lively, sharply focused cherry and dark berry aromas are complemented by licorice and cracked pepper. Mineral-laced bitter cherry and blackberry flavors show very good clarity, picking up a smoky nuance with air. Finishes clean and nervy, with echoing mineral and licorice notes.

- International Wine Cellar (10/1/2013)