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Bodegas Bleda Castillo de Jumilla Monastrell 2010

750ML

Sku: 068034

Tasting notes

Very intense and deep cherry red colour. Aromas of goodintensity with blackberry and blackcurrant, and a pleasant background with new and spicy wood flavour. In the mouth is tasty, rich and with balsamic notes, very powerful with good acidity and noble with well-joined tannins. Ample and remarkable after-tasting with very bright nose aromas.

Review

Bright violet in color, this light-hearted, copiously fruity blend of Monastrell and Tempranillo delivers boatloads of fresh, highly quaffable strawberry fruit courtesy of the Rioja-derived Tempranillo. The secret ingredient, however, is the Monastrell, a variety that is indigenous to the arid, dry Jumilla region, and that grows extremely well there. Monastrell provides the lush, dark berry fruit that underpins the lighter flavors of the Tempranillo. Although youthfully fruit-forward in the style of a traditional Spanish joven wine, this wine also offers surprising backbone, texture, and richness.

Rating

2010: 89 Points - Jay Miller, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Casa Castillo’s 2010 Monastrell (100%) was produced entirely from estate-grown fruit and aged for 6 months in seasoned French oak. Underbrush, brier, blue fruit, and a hint of chocolate inform the nose of this firm, concentrated, intensely flavored effort."

2010: 90 Points - Steve Tanzer, International Wine Cellars: "Opaque purple. Aromas of blackberry, apricot, violet and smoky spices show an exotic quality. Sweet and supple on the palate, with very good clarity to the dark fruit, candied flower and spice flavors. Finishes with a strong element of exotic spices and very good chewy persistence. "

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Country: Spain
Region: Jumilla
Grape Varietal: Mourvedre
Type: Still wine

Reg. 10.99
On Sale $7.99

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