Bodegas Piqueras Los Losares Monastrell

Made from old Monastrell vines (about 70 yrs) grown at 950 metres above sea level in Almansa, Spain, where rugged conditions send their roots deep for nourishment. This ensures these hardy Monastrell vines produce very low yields, resulting in a more concentrated and higher quality wine. Pre-maceration, bâtonnage stirring and maturing for 14 months in French oak vats all contribute to this wine’s subtleties and the perfect maturity achieved by the old-vine Monastrell grapes. In the glass you’ll find an intense violet colour with cherry red edges and enticing fruity notes of blackberries and plums with hints of compote alongside subtle mineral and scrubland nuances. All of this is wrapped in balanced tones from the ageing, which adds subtle vanilla, pepper and smoke. Enjoy on its own or with bbqs, roasts, grilled or fried foods, grilled red meats or grilled vegetables.

• Gold, 2023 Gilbert & Gaillard International Wine Challenge (2019 vintage)
• 90 points, 2021 International Wine & Spirit Competition, IWSC, “Well balanced and concentrated. Blackberry compote and spice finishing with a nice freshness.” (2018 vintage)