Pagos de Nona
Pagos de Nona operates in Bierzo, the mountainous wine region of Castilla y León in northwestern Spain. The winery focuses on indigenous varieties suited to Bierzo's cool climate and slate-rich soils. Garnacha and Mencia—the region's signature red grapes—form the core of the portfolio. Elcouto Garnacha, a wine built on the variety's natural spice and mineral character, represents the winery's work with this classic Spanish grape. Elcouto Mencia showcases the local varietal's structure and dark fruit profile, a hallmark of serious Bierzo production. Chelva rounds out the range, drawing on the region's terroir-driven approach to winemaking. Wine Advocate has rated these releases, confirming their technical merit within the competitive landscape of Spanish mountain viticulture.
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Wine Advocate