Bierzo

Steep, terraced vineyards of slate and clay soils—overlooked until winemaker Álvaro Palacios arrived in the early 2000s—produce wines with bright red fruit, herbal notes, and Burgundy-like minerality. Mencía's elegance and structure have driven a 200% increase in Bierzo exports since 2015, cementing its reputation as Spain's most exciting red wine region.