Bodegas Pinoso 'Cristatus' Monastrell 2023
Primary flavours
Red Plum
Roasted Plum
Leather
Spice
Vanilla
Details
The Pinoso team are experts at producing knock-out Monastrell. This variety, which is also known as Mourvèdre and Mataro is usually used as a blending grape, however here it is the star with plenty of fresh red fruit and plenty of warming spice.
Origin: Valencia in south-eastern Spain. Mainly Grown In: Across Spain and also the Rhône Valley and Provence in France. Key Facts: Mourvèdre (when in France), aka Mataro (when in Australia), aka Monastrell (when in Spain), is a well-travelled grape! Best known in the warmer parts of eastern and central Spain, it also makes brilliant examples in southern France. Some of the oldest vines are in South Australia however, where it makes a chocolatey, fruit-forward wine. Mourvèdre makes full-bodied wines, often high in alcohol and tannin. Savoury and sometimes gamey, the wines are earthy and dark red fruited, with plenty of character. Fun Fact: Mourvèdre is the grape for famed red wine region Bandol, found in Provence in southern France. Provence - not just for rosé!
Origin: Valencia in south-eastern Spain. Mainly Grown In: Across Spain and also the Rhône Valley and Provence in France. Key Facts: Mourvèdre (when in France), aka Mataro (when in Australia), aka Monastrell (when in Spain), is a well-travelled grape! Best known in the warmer parts of eastern and central Spain, it also makes brilliant examples in southern France. Some of the oldest vines are in South Australia however, where it makes a chocolatey, fruit-forward wine. Mourvèdre makes full-bodied wines, often high in alcohol and tannin. Savoury and sometimes gamey, the wines are earthy and dark red fruited, with plenty of character. Fun Fact: Mourvèdre is the grape for famed red wine region Bandol, found in Provence in southern France. Provence - not just for rosé!
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with low acidity, some fruitiness, medium tannins, high alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Alicante
country
Spain
Grape type
Monastrell
Wine Maker
Bodegas Pinoso
Alcohol
14%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
1-3 years
Closure
Screw Cap
Production method
Hand Picked
Temperature
Room Temperature 15°C-18°C
Pairing guide
When it comes to food-friendly red wines that never fail to make a big impact at the dinner table, Monastrell wines - like this gorgeous release from Pinoso - are right up there on our list of favourites. It’s a top wine for matching with rustic stews of beef, lamb or duck, especially if accompanied by slow-cooked root vegetables or bitter greens like cavolo nero. It’s also excellent with mushroom casseroles, smoked meats and cheeses, braised chorizo and other paprika-spiked dishes, and chicken livers with a balsamic glaze. Delicious!
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Food
BBQ
Braised Chops
Beef Stews
Lamb
French Cuisine
Game
Tastes
Bitter
Earthy
Rich
Moods
Adventurous
Excited
Creative
Seasons
Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Alicante, Spain
Alicante is a wine region located on the southeastern coast of Spain, in the province of (who'd have guessed?) Alicante. Known for its warm and sunny climate, the region is a leading producer of bold and flavourful red wines, like Monastrell, as well as crisp and refreshing whites, like Moscatel. The winemakers of Alicante are dedicated to producing high-quality wines that reflect the region's unique terroir and climate, so you can sit back, relax, and savour the taste of Alicante, where the sun-kissed grapes and the Mediterranean Sea come together in every glass of wine!
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