Galicia in a glass and proof that the Atlantic reaches even the inland valleys.

This is Alan de Val's youngest red, but don't let "young" fool you: it's serious wine from a family that's been working these slopes since before phylloxera.

100% Mencía, hand-harvested from the family's own vineyards on the hillsides of A Rúa, in the Valdeorras valley carved by the river Sil. Medium-bodied, bright cherry-red with violet edges. The nose is all red and black fruit ripe,  with subtle spice, liquorice, dried flowers and a whisper of fine leather. Fresh and elegant at the same time.

Named best red in Galicia (Acio de Ouro) at the 2024 Galician wine competition, not bad for the "entry" wine.

Serve slightly cool, around 14–16°C. Brilliant with grilled meat, stews, cured cheese, or a plate of Galician charcuterie.

Tasting notes

• Region: DO Valdeorras (Galicia)
• Grape: 100% Mencía
• Style: Young red, unoaked · stainless steel
• ABV: 13.5%
• Serve at: 14–16°C
• Bottle: 750 ml