"Cuvée de Monastrell, Carmine 2010 is vinified in open vats, then transferred to barrel for malolactic fermentation, where the wine is aged for 10 months. The aromas of smoked bacon and black olive are more reminiscent of a Rhône varietal than a Jumilla. Full-bodied on the palate, with good texture and moderate acidity, revealing concentration and power. Modern and very well crafted, difficult to identify terroir or varietal, it should pair very well with powerful dishes." (Wine Advocate 2015)
Features
Estate
Crapula Wines
Cuvée
Carmine
Vintage
2010
Designation
Jumilla
Region
Spain
Grape varieties
100% Monastrell
Viticulture
meticulous and traditional, vineyard age: 40 years on average
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
destemming. Long, intense maceration. Malolactic fermentation in barrels
Breeding
10 months in barrel, then 6 months in bottle
Tasting & pairing
Eye
beautiful garnet-cherry color
Nose
fine and elegant, very complex, with aromatic herbs, ripe fruit, liquorice, smoky nuances
Mouth
fresh and fruity, with balsamic accents, silky, fine tannins, floral notes and a long persistence.
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2020
Food and wine pairing
to be enjoyed with Iberian charcuterie, but also red and grilled meats...
Crapula Wines
Jumilla
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2015 guide) 90/100 (Outstanding wine)
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Cuvée de Monastrell, Carmine 2010 is vinified in open vats, then in barrels for malolactic fermentation, where the wine is aged for 10 months. The aromas of smoked bacon and black olive are more reminiscent of a Rhône varietal than a Jumilla. Full-bodied on the palate, with good texture and moderate acidity, revealing concentration and power. Modern and well-crafted, difficult to identify terroir or grape variety, it should pair well with powerful dishes.
About the domain :
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.5/5
out of 54 reviews
Note and review by M. MATHIEU D. Published on 11/01/2022
Before decanting: atrocious. After: bad. Gone to the vinegar factory.
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Note and review by M. THIERRY G. Published on 24/04/2019
Powerful, pleasant, improving steadily over the past 3 years. Still has ageing potential.
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Note and review by M. ANTONY M. Published on 01/02/2017
Tannic, smoky and olive on the palate, with good length. Without being excellent, a wine that surprises with its generosity. To be enjoyed at least 2 hours after opening. Undeniable Q/P ratio.
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Note and review by M. BERNARD C. Published on 16/01/2017
disappointed
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Note and review by M. PIERRE W. Published on 13/05/2016
Lacks freshness, but has charm and elegance
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Note and review by M. GILLES G. Published on 28/04/2016
A slightly confusing wine, but well worth the price!
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Note and review by M. LUC P. Published on 08/03/2016
An exception! Rich, full, a pleasure for the senses, we're on the verge of happiness.
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Note and review by M. GILLES C. Published on 24/01/2016
Perfectly uninteresting. This wine is a punishment.
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Note and review by M. ANTOINE M. Published on 24/01/2016
What a shame ... to have taken only 2 bottles. Rivaled the greatest Cotes du Rhone. Powerful aromas of earth and olive, perfectly balanced.
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Note and review by M. GREGOIRE C. Published on 23/01/2016
for sugar lovers
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