Rating 97
Style Red
Variety
Vintage 2022
Appellation
Washington
USA
ABV 12%
Price $53.00 
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Reviewed 2026-11-10

Analemma Mosier Hills Columbia Gorge Mencía 2022 Review

Best known for its role in the fresh, light-bodied red wines of Spain’s Bierzo, Mencía is rarely found outside of its home in northwestern Spain and Portugal. But across the globe in the Pacific Northwest’s Columbia Gorge AVA, the organic and biodynamic Analemma Winery also works with this variety — and with great success. This expression of Mencía is brimming with juicy red berry notes, accompanied by hints of dried rosemary, thyme, and rose petals. It lands light on the palate with an ABV of just 12.5 percent, and offers a silky texture that perfectly weaves together the floral, fruit, and spice notes.

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Analemma Mosier Hills Columbia Gorge Mencía 2022
Best known for its role in the fresh, light-bodied red wines of Spain’s Bierzo, Mencía is rarely found outside of its home in northwestern Spain and Portugal. But across the globe in the Pacific Northwest’s Columbia Gorge AVA, the organic and biodynamic Analemma Winery also works with this variety — and with great success. This expression of Mencía is brimming with juicy red berry notes, accompanied by hints of dried rosemary, thyme, and rose petals. It lands light on the palate with an ABV of just 12.5 percent, and offers a silky texture that perfectly weaves together the floral, fruit, and spice notes.

Reviewed On: 11-10-2026
97
POINTS
Analemma Mosier Hills Columbia Gorge Mencía 2022
Best known for its role in the fresh, light-bodied red wines of Spain’s Bierzo, Mencía is rarely found outside of its home in northwestern Spain and Portugal. But across the globe in the Pacific Northwest’s Columbia Gorge AVA, the organic and biodynamic Analemma Winery also works with this variety — and with great success. This expression of Mencía is brimming with juicy red berry notes, accompanied by hints of dried rosemary, thyme, and rose petals. It lands light on the palate with an ABV of just 12.5 percent, and offers a silky texture that perfectly weaves together the floral, fruit, and spice notes.

Reviewed On: 11-10-2026