Bodegas Estefania 2021 Tilenus, Mencia

The Wine

'Deep red color with blue hints around the edges. Aromas of red berries, lavender and aromatic herbs. Full mouthfeel, with lots of freshness. Vibrant and round on the palate. 100% Mencia.' Raul Perez, Winemaker.

Wines made from Mencia are uniquely intriguing. The Mencia grape is one that reflects its place of origin - allowing for a range of wine styles depending on terroir, winemaking techniques, and bottle age.
Pair with a wide range of foods, from grilled meats to roasted vegetables. The wine's balanced acidity and fruit-forward nature make it a versatile table companion.

The Winery

Bodegas Estefanía was established in 1999 when the Frias family rehabilitated an abandoned creamery located in the village of Dehesas just West of Ponferrada. In 2014, Tilenus became part of the MGWines Group, which brought the funds necessary to prevent the land from being bought by developers.

Bodegas Estefania's main Brand, Tilenus, is a name taken from the primitive Celtic god of war, “Teleno” (the Celtic version of the Roman god, Mars). The brand pays tribute to the golden years of the Roman Empire when it held sway in Bierzo when the area was enriched by the gold mines of the Médulas.

At the top of the wine label you see a replica of a Roman coin found in one of the vineyards. But aside from its homage to its Roman history, the winery produces wines using traditional technques with a surprising amount of sorting for a wine selling for less than $20.