{"product_id":"pazo-de-toubes-codos-de-larouco-mencia-barrica-2023","title":"Pazo de Toubes Codos de Larouco Mencia Barrica 2023","description":"\u003ch4 data-end=\"417\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eElevate your selection with “Codos de Larouco Mencía Barrica” — a confident, terroir-driven red from the steep slopes of DO Valdeorras (Galicia).\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"417\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eCrafted by Pazo de Toubes, this wine marries the purity of the native Mencía grape with thoughtful oak ageing to deliver depth, elegance and a sense of place. From vines on the winding “codos” (elbows) of Larouco, this bottling speaks of mountain granite, chilled Atlantic nights and Galician character. Ideal for fine-dining lists, premium retail shelves or tasting events where a Spanish red with authenticity and structure is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"696\"\u003e🥂 Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"877\"\u003eRegion \u0026amp; Vintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e DO Valdeorras, Spain — 2023 vintage.\u003cbr data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eGrape \u0026amp; Vinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly 91 % Mencía, with small incorporations of Araúxa (7 %) and Garnacha (2 %) from old vine parcels. Ageing approximately 6 months in new French, American and Central European oak.\u003cbr data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep garnet red with cardinal rim, dense in the glass.\u003cbr data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A complex nose: ripe red and dark fruit, hints of hibiscus, rosemary and honey combine with noble spice and subtle oak.\u003cbr data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to full body, showing mineral undertones of the Larouco soils, fine-grained tannins and a balance of freshness and structure. The oak is present but integrated, reinforcing character rather than dominating.\u003cbr data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and deep, with an aftertaste of mountain herbs, mineral tension and elegant wood influence.\u003cbr data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1932\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent with grilled red meats, game (venison, wild boar), rich stews, matured cow-cheese or hearty vegetarian dishes with mushrooms\/umami. Serve around 16-18 °C and consider decanting for best expression.\u003cbr data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003eAgeing Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drinkable now, but built to evolve – the structure suggests it will develop further complexity over the next 4-6 years (or more under good conditions).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winesbio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56068925129044,"sku":"ESPAZMEN23","price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/1568\/3156\/files\/costeira-codos-larouco-mencia-barrica.jpg?v=1781078247","url":"https:\/\/18m3tk-cp.myshopify.com\/products\/pazo-de-toubes-codos-de-larouco-mencia-barrica-2023","provider":"terroirhub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}