November 6th, 2009 by Amanda
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 [...]
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October 30th, 2009 by Amanda
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, [...]
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October 23rd, 2009 by Amanda
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 [...]
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