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Casa Mon Frare Barrica

2005 Valencia Monastrell 80%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%

Bodegas Los Frailes Casa Mon Frare Barrica is an exquisite red wine that showcases the unique terroir of the Valencia region. This exceptional blend features eighty percent Monastrell and twenty percent Cabernet Sauvignon, resulting in a wine that exhibits a rich and full-bodied character. On the palate, it boasts a beautiful balance of vibrant acidity and gentle yet notable tannins, enhancing its overall complexity. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious dark fruit flavors intertwined with hints of spice and earthiness, which gracefully unfolds as the wine breathes. With a well-structured dryness, this vintage from 2005 offers a delightful drinking experience, making it a perfect companion for hearty dishes or enjoyed on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:


Valencia

Valencia, located on Spain's sunny eastern coast, is one of the country's most diverse winegrowing regions. Spanning from the Mediterranean coast to the inland mountains, Valencia's vineyards cover a wide array of terroir. The cool, deep waters of the Mediterranean Sea play a major role in moderating Valencia's climate, sending refreshing sea breezes up to 50 miles inland. This tempers the daytime heat and allows grapes to ripen slowly but fully. Coastal vineyards thrive with cooler-climate grape varieties, producing crisp and aromatic whites, while further inland, the warmer, sun-soaked valleys yield bigger, bolder reds. This diversity of conditions allows Valencia to produce a wide range of wine styles, each reflecting the unique growing regions of this vibrant area.

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