Dominio do Bibei Lacima 2020
Product Details
Brand: Dominio do Bibei
Winery: Dominio do Bibei
Country / Region: Spain / Galicia - Ribeira Sacra
Date Winery was established: 2001
Grape Variety: Mencia
First Vintage Released: 2014
Alcohol Content / Volume: 13.5% / 750ml
Ratings: (2019) 95 pts Robert Parker
Good To Know: Dominio do Bibei is one of Galicia’s most acclaimed wineries, located in the rugged Ribeira Sacra region of north-west Spain. Founded in 2001, the estate tends steep, terraced vineyards planted mainly with indigenous varieties such as Mencía, Brancellao and Mouratón for reds, and Godello and Albariño for whites. Situated at elevations between 350 and 920 metres on schist, slate and granite soils, the vines are farmed by hand and the gravity-flow winery is built into the hillside to preserve the natural freshness and character of the grapes.
Their wines are admired for their purity, minerality and elegance, showcasing the distinctive terroir of Ribeira Sacra with vibrant red and dark berry fruit, floral and herbal notes, and a fresh, balanced palate. Signature labels such as *Lalama*, *Lacima*, *Lapola* and *Lalume* have become benchmarks for authentic Galician wine, making Dominio do Bibei an essential choice for those seeking distinctive, small-production Spanish reds and whites.
Dominio do Bibei Lacima 2020 is a refined red wine from Galicia’s Ribeira Sacra, made primarily from Mencía with small amounts of native varieties such as Mouratón, Brancellao, Sousón, and Alicante Bouschet grown on steep, high-altitude vineyards of slate and granite soils. Aged for nearly two years in French oak barrels and large foudres before bottling, it offers an elegant yet powerful expression of the region with aromas of red and black fruits, floral notes, subtle spice, and a distinctive mineral edge. Silky and structured on the palate with bright acidity and a long, persistent finish, it is a versatile wine that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, game dishes, rustic stews, and aged cheeses.
