Cantariña

Bierzo Mencía and rare varietals from Castilla y León's slate country.

Cantariña works in Bierzo, the mountainous northwest corner of Castilla y León where slate soils and Atlantic influence shape wines of mineral precision. The winery focuses on Mencía, the region's signature red variety—a grape that yields wines with dark fruit, structure, and a distinctive earthiness. Their flagship 7A Freita blends Mencía with Palomino, a pairing that adds complexity and aromatic lift. Merenzao, built from Trousseau, explores the potential of this lesser-known variety within the region's terroir. Valdeobispo returns to pure Mencía, expressing the grape's core character. Wine Advocate and Decanter have rated these wines, recognizing their depth and regional authenticity.