Posts Tagged ‘Spanish Wines’

Monastrell under $16

Last Friday we found a Monastrell (a grape that originated in Spain and in France called a Mourvedre) which we enjoyed so much that it was worth giving this varietal another try. Again we were very pleased with the find.
A 2007 Juan Gil from Spain, 100% Monastrell, for $16. There is allot going on in [...]

A great alternative for you Zin lovers for $8

Castano Yecla Monastrell Tinto – Spain
Not too long ago, six of us got together for a night of tasting a variety of wines from outside the US, all under $12. The winner of the evening was a red from Spain, the ’07 Castano Yecla Monastrell Tinto, produced by Bodegas Castano. The varietal is Monastrell, [...]

Cota 585 Tempranillo under $10

It’s Fabulous Finds Friday again! Great wines at great prices!
Picture this…..Sunday afternoon at the beach with friends…..windy and overcast day, too nippy outside to be cozy & comfortable, exhausted from a long work week in addition to a Saturday evening of heavy food, great wine and lots of conversation. Today is made for holding down [...]