Envinate Lousas Aldea Tinto 2022

The Lousas Vinas de Aldea is the village cuvee from Envinate’s vineyards in Ribeira Sacra

Grape Varietals & Region: The grapes are sourced mainly from the Riberas do Sil region, with smaller amounts from vineyards in Amandi and Quiroga-Bibei. Soils are a combination of gneiss, slate, and granite, at varying elevations and expositions. The blend ends up being about 80% Mencia and 20% a mix of the other local grape varieties like Brancellao, Caiño, Sousón, Garnacha Tintorera and others. The vines average about 60 years of age.

Taste Profile: Aromas at the moment show deep red fruit, with red apple skin and cranberry notes

Winemaking Process: Aging is in concrete, used French oak and large Austrian foudres.