Melea Bush Vine Monastrell, Jumilla DO
Melea Bush Vine Monastrell, Jumilla DO is a dry, very full-bodied red from Mourvèdre (Jumilla, Spain), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity moderate; oak influence is none. Good with lamb, venison, beef stew, steak. Organic farming is mentioned by the merchant.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tallis Joven, Jumilla 2023 Bodegas Luzón · Murcia | £10.90 | |||
| Primitivo Salento IGP, Masseria Borgo dei Trulli | £12.35 | |||
| Toro 'Colegiata' Tinto, Bodegas Farina | £14.75 | |||
| Smalltown Vineyards Clovella Mataro/Grenache 2019 Smalltown Vineyards · South Australia | £17.95 |
The Jumilla DO located down in Murcia is recorded as one of the hottest and driest regions of Europe, it is ideal for the production of Monastrell and as importantly, the high level of viability of organic production in these arid conditions due to lack of vine afflictions. Winemaking - Fermented in stainless-steel vats at controlled temperatures of 25 °C using natural yeast. This unoaked wine is subject to fining, cold stabilisation, depth, surface, and amicrobic filtration Tasting Note - E xpressive with intense aromas of red berries (strawberries and plum). A easy-drinking, fruit-driven, well-balanced wine on the palate. Good example of an unoaked Monastrell.