Rating 88
Style Red
Variety
Vintage 2012
Appellation
Castilla y León
Spain
ABV 14.5%
Price $20.00  Buy This Wine
Print Shelf Talker
Reviewed By
Reviewed 2018-03-13

Perfect For

Chilled Red Cravings, Dinner Parties, Wine Geeks

Drink If You Like

Gamay, Pinot Noir

Godelia Mencia 2012 Review

Subtle, cool blueberries mix with fresh violets, damp earth, and toasted wood, accented by a high-toned bramble note. The palate is soft as well, with just enough tannic grip, the fruit springing with a snappy, pink peppercorn-like finish.

As of 2024, VinePair no longer participates in any affiliate programs. All links included in our content are as a convenience to our readers, not for earning commission — we receive no monetary value from them. Learn more about our tastings & review department here!

Related Reads

Related Mencia Reviews

Alvaredos-Hobbs Ribeira Sacra Mencìa

Alvaredos-Hobbs Ribeira Sacra Mencìa 2020:
The result of a partnership between California winemaker Paul Hobbs and Alvaredos native Antonio López Fernández, who came together to ...

88
POINTS
Godelia Mencia 2012
Subtle, cool blueberries mix with fresh violets, damp earth, and toasted wood, accented by a high-toned bramble note. The palate is soft as well, with just enough tannic grip, the fruit springing with a snappy, pink peppercorn-like finish.

Reviewed On: 03-13-2018
88
POINTS
Godelia Mencia 2012
Subtle, cool blueberries mix with fresh violets, damp earth, and toasted wood, accented by a high-toned bramble note. The palate is soft as well, with just enough tannic grip, the fruit springing with a snappy, pink peppercorn-like finish.

Reviewed On: 03-13-2018