"The 2014 is very tender, displaying the austerity of stony vineyards with chalky soils and a myriad of Mediterranean herbs. The harvest is partially de-stemmed, which gives it a fine extra touch and makes it subtly textured. It has the dusty tannins and saline flavor of chalky soils. This is superb value and a great introduction to Alicante's Monastrell; the price is implausible." (Wine Advocate 2016 - Robert Parker)
Features
Estate
Bodegas Enrique Mendoza
Cuvée
La Tremenda
Vintage
2014
Designation
Alicante
Region
Spain
Grape varieties
100% Monastrell
Terroirs
sandy limestone
Viticulture
reasoned
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
pre-fermentation maceration for 2 days. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 6 days at 24-25°C with frequent, short pump-overs.
Breeding
6 months in French oak barrels
Alcohol content
14.5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
cherry red dress
Nose
aromas of fresh fruit with a touch of chocolate and toast
Mouth
fresh, fleshy with volume and length
Serve
at 14-16°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2017
Drink before
2019
Food and wine pairing
enjoy with game, grilled or stewed meats...
Bodegas Enrique Mendoza
Alicante
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2016 guide) 92/100 (Outstanding wine)
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.7/5
out of 50 reviews
Note and review by M. REMI B. Published on 30/04/2020
Much more melted today than when purchased. Very nice monastrell
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Note and review by M. PIERRE S. Published on 30/04/2018
absolutely ripe. excellent value for money
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Note and review by M. PATRICE K. Published on 19/04/2018
To be expected.
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Note and review by M. JULIEN M. Published on 30/10/2017
A "Parker" taste. Vanilla on the nose and palate. Pleasant wine but no complexity. Personally, not my taste.
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Note and review by M. PASCAL P. Published on 09/09/2017
a must-see!
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Note and review by M. BERNARD N. Published on 03/07/2017
Spanish wines often make up for the disappointment of French wines in the same range. But let's continue to be proud of ourselves, until the next crisis.
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Note and review by M. THIERRY P. Published on 05/06/2017
Spain as surprising as ever
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Note and review by M. THIERRY S. Published on 15/05/2017
Good wine typical of southern Spain
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Note and review by Mme MICHEL G. Published on 14/10/2024
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Note and review by M. FRANCOIS D. Published on 23/04/2024
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