At a glance

Producer

Vesper Moor

Region

Bierzo, Spain

Grape variety

Mencía

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$50

Tasting profile

Red cherry, wild berries, subtle floral and herbal notes, underpinned by mineral and earthy tones.

Evolution: Fruit will soften further with tertiary aromas of forest floor, tobacco, and leather emerging.

At peak: Complex and smooth integration with balanced acidity and lingering finish.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high, lifting the palate

Tannins

Medium to medium-plus, well-integrated

Alcohol

13.5%-14%

Aging potential

10-15 years from vintage, ideally consumed by 2025-2027 for best experience

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2018 to 2023

Optimal window

2015 to 2025

Current status

Approaching the mature drinking phase; accessible but still developing depth

Current condition

Balanced tannins and acidity, showing evolved fruit and earthy notes

The wine’s structure with balanced tannins and fresh acidity suited to the Mencía grape allows extended refined aging. The 2007 vintage in Bierzo had good conditions producing wines that develop earthiness and complexity over 10-15 years.

Food pairing

Ideal with roasted lamb, grilled game, Iberian pork, mature cheeses, or mushroom-based dishes.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — To aerate and soften tannins and release complex aromas.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Focus on water conservation, manual harvesting, limited chemical use, and natural yeast fermentation

Vesper Moor is a smaller estate prioritizing environmentally mindful viticulture with non-intensive farming methods but lacks formal certifications. The local sourcing reduces transport emissions, offering good sustainability balance for a mid-tier Spanish wine.