{"product_id":"veronica-ortega-quite-mencia-bierzo-spain","title":"Veronica Ortega 'Quite' Mencia, Bierzo, Spain","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eBright wild berries, crushed flowers, and smoky mineral tones define the vibrant personality of the 2022 Veronica Ortega 'Quite' Mencía, a fresh yet deeply expressive red from old vines in Bierzo. Built around organically farmed Mencía with small portions of traditional field-blend varieties, the wine balances floral elegance, savory complexity, and effortless drinkability. Named after the Spanish expression “dar un quite,” meaning to offer a helping hand, this bottling reflects Verónica Ortega’s thoughtful and intuitive approach to crafting wines that are both soulful and approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"698\"\u003eWinemaker \u0026amp; Owner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verónica Ortega\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eVarieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mencía with small amounts of Doña Blanca, Palomino, and Alicante Bouschet\u003cbr data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"832\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13% ABV\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eFarming Practices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic and biodynamic practices\u003cbr data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"917\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eVine Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80–100 years old\u003cbr data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"952\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"969\"\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 33,400 bottles\u003cbr data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eSoil Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sandy iron-rich clay with slate, quartzite, and mineral-rich stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand harvested\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indigenous yeast fermentation in stainless steel tanks\u003cbr data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eMaceration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–15 days, depending on parcel and lot\u003cbr data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–9 months in amphorae, clay vessels, French oak foudres, and used barrels\u003cbr data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eSulfur:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 40–52 mg\/L total SO2\u003cbr data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eViticulture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practising organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eThe nose is immediately expressive with aromas of mulberry, wild strawberry, blackberry, blue flowers, jasmine, and smoky herbs layered over hints of liquorice and crushed stone minerality. On the palate, the wine is agile and silky, offering flavors of red cherry, brambly berries, white pepper, earth, and savory herbs. Fine tannins and refreshing acidity frame the fruit beautifully, while subtle bitterness and mineral tension add depth and complexity. The finish is bright, floral, and gently spicy, combining freshness with remarkable texture and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eWinemaker’s Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003eOriginally from Cádiz, Verónica Ortega trained at some of the world’s most respected estates, including Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Comte Armand, Domaine Combier, Niepoort, Burn Cottage, Clos Erasmus, and alongside Raúl Pérez in Bierzo before launching her own winery in 2010. Drawn to Bierzo’s Atlantic influence, old-vine Mencía, and varied soils, she established herself in Valtuille de Abajo, where she farms old vineyards with an organic and increasingly biodynamic philosophy. Her wines are crafted with spontaneous fermentations, minimal intervention, restrained sulfur use, and careful élevage designed to emphasize purity, texture, and terroir transparency. Ortega’s work has become one of the defining voices of modern Bierzo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"3141\"\u003eServe slightly cool at 56–60°F in a Burgundy-style glass. Ideal alongside grilled lamb, charcuterie, mushroom dishes, roast chicken, barbecue, tapas, or herb-roasted vegetables. Its freshness and mineral lift also make it an excellent pairing for lightly chilled service with Mediterranean cuisine or casual outdoor meals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"S\u0026M Selections","offers":[{"title":"2022 \/ 750mL","offer_id":42235792457783,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/Veronica_Ortega_Quite_Mencia_Bierzo_Spain_2022.png?v=1779073073","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/veronica-ortega-quite-mencia-bierzo-spain","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}