# Finca Luna Beberide (2018)

- **Producer:** Luna Beberide
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Mencía
- **Region:** Castilla y León, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €30
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** wild berry, black cherry, rose, violet, black plum, smoke, butter, smoked meats, cream, cedar, espresso, graphite, tree bark, earth

## About this wine

Finca Luna Beberide 2018 is a red wine from the Bierzo DO in Spain, made from 100% Mencía grapes. The vines are between 50 to 60 years old and are grown at elevations of 700 to 800 meters on calcareous clay and slate soils. The winery, Bodegas y Viñedos Luna Beberide, was founded in 1987 and is now run by the second generation of the Luna family, who focus on producing wines that reflect the quality of their land and indigenous grapes. The winery practices organic farming methods. The wine is bottled unfiltered.

## Interesting facts

- Vines are between 50-60 years old.
- Vineyards are at elevations of 700-800 meters.
- Practices organic farming, though not officially certified.
- Bottled unfiltered to preserve character.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and smooth tannins complement the richness of red meats and game. Its vibrant acidity can cut through fattier dishes, while its subtle fruit and earthy notes can echo flavors in roasted vegetables and herbs.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Finca Luna Beberide 2018 begins with hand-harvesting grapes into small boxes. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks using native yeasts, followed by malolactic conversion. The wine then ages for 10 months in used French oak barrels. Finally, it is bottled unfiltered.