Monastrell

Valcorso Cultivo Ecologico Monastrell 2005

Like most wine growing areas in the world, Spain has a number of producers that are looking towards the use of organic principles in the vineyard and winery.  This is one of the many organic or Cultivo Ecologico wines getting around.  From the small about of press I have on it, the vines used for this wine are on average 20 years old and there is no mention of oak at all.

I have found that Monastrell is a variety that people either love or find the wine a bit odd.  I like it.

Lighter than expected, a rich ruby colour.  On the nose we have dark berry fruits with some woody herbs.  In the mouth there is dark cherry with a jammy, dried fruit flavour that I can't put my finger on, perhaps fig or date.  There is some animal type funk and a nice herby finish.  Very smooth and well balanced,tannin is in the background with a good wack of acid.  I liked it a lot, good value at around $20. 87 Pts.

Source: Retail Price: $21 Closure: Conventional Cork