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Cueva del Viento Monastrell DO Almansa

di Cueva del Viento · Abruzzo, Italy

DenominazioneDO Almansa
TipologiaRossi
Uve100% Monastrell
VignetoOld vineyards in Los Pandos, Almansa
LineaCueva del Viento
Cueva del VientoAbruzzo, Italy

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Vineyard and terroir

Monastrell comes from old vineyards in Los Pandos, Almansa. The site has a clear, dry environment and a favourable microclimate, with marked day-to-night temperature shifts even during the hottest months. These conditions support aromatic intensity and balanced acidity.

Grapes

100% Monastrell.

Vinification

After crushing, fermentation takes place in rotating horizontal tanks. Maceration lasts eight days at 26°C. Malolactic fermentation precedes maturation in oak. After barrel ageing, the wine is lightly clarified and cold-stabilized, then receives amicrobic filtration before bottling.

Ageing

At least six months in 300-litre French oak barrels. New oak accounts for 15% of the barrels.

Tasting profile

Clear and bright, with an intense cherry-red colour. The nose retains Monastrell’s fruit character, combining subtle preserved-fruit notes with smoke and toast from gently toasted French oak. The palate is fresh and balanced, lively and full-bodied, with pronounced acidity and fine, smooth tannins.

Serving and pairing

Serve at 16–18°C. Pair with richly flavoured stews, substantial meat dishes, pasta with mushrooms, Spanish ham or aged cheese.