Monastrell / Mourvedre / Mataro
Monastrell / Mourvedre / Mataro
The versatile Monastrell, known as Mourvèdre in France and Mataró in Australia, is a grape celebrated for its bold, full-bodied wines. Thriving in warm climates, Monastrell is the cornerstone of Spain’s Yecla and Jumilla regions, where it produces deeply coloured wines with rich dark fruit, earthy spice, and distinctive minerality. In France, Mourvèdre is a key variety in the Rhône Valley and Provence, often used in blends such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape, offering complex, gamey flavours and tannic structure. In Australia, where it is known as Mataró, the grape is gaining recognition for producing intense, flavour-packed wines with a unique expression of the land. Whether grown in Spain, France, or Australia, these wines are known for their depth, concentration, and exceptional ageing potential.
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Country: Australia, Barossa ValleyGrapes: Syrah / Shiraz, Grenache, Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red95 Points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit. Shiraz, Grenache, Mataro (SGM) is an Australian wine classic, and the Lou Miranda Estate Fierce III SGM is one of the very best. 2019 was an outstanding year for the Barossa Valley and the family made the most of the conditions to produce a truly beautiful Australian red wine. The Shiraz gives it its wonderfully deep colour and black berry fruit, the Grenache adds plump, overripe cherries and the Mataro provides the backbone. It was aged for 15 months in seasoned
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Country: Australia, Barossa ValleyGrapes: Syrah / Shiraz, Grenache, Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 14.5%Style: Rich Full Red95 Points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit. Shiraz, Grenache, Mataro (SGM) is an Australian wine classic, and the Lou Miranda Estate Fierce III SGM is one of the very best. 2019 was an outstanding year for the Barossa Valley and the family made the most of the conditions to produce a truly beautiful Australian red wine. The Shiraz gives it its wonderfully deep colour and black berry fruit, the Grenache adds plump, overripe cherries and the Mataro provides the backbone. It was aged for 15 months in seasoned -
Country: Australia, Barossa ValleyGrapes: Syrah / Shiraz, Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 15%Style: Rich Full Red97 Points - Sam King, Wine Orbit. The Lou Miranda Estate in the southern Barossa Valley is blessed with a small block of Mataro (France’s Mourvèdre) that was planted in 1898. These ancient, exceptionally low-yielding vines produce a tiny amount of wine – a yield that was reduced even further in the heat of the brilliant 2018 vintage. The little that was made was blended with Shiraz to create one of the best premium Australian red wines. Post-fermentation it was given three years ageing in season -
Country: Spain, MurciaGrapes: Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 13%Style: Juicy Lively RedThe Bodegas Bastida En Paradero Desconocido is an excellent example of how good the wines from Murcia in South East Spain have become. Medium-bodied with an aroma of fresh fruits of the forest, on the palate it's lively, well-fruited - strawberries, cherries, raspberries and plums - with a lovely lift of flowers that combine with the fresh, strawberry acidity to give it life and energy. Enjoy this on its own or with red meat or pink fish. About the Producer Founded in 1950, Bodegas Bastida is a -
Country: Spain, Murcia, YeclaGrapes: Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 14%Style: Rich Full RedThe De Nariz Edición Limitada Yecla 2022 is a limited-release wine that captures the essence of Yecla’s unique terroir. Crafted by Vinos de Nariz, a winery known for its sustainable approach and minimal intervention, this wine represents the best of the region. Rich and complex, it showcases deep fruit flavours balanced with subtle spice and earthy notes. With its concentrated character and exceptional structure, this is a wine for those seeking quality, craftsmanship, and a true sense of place. -
Country: Spain, Murcia, YeclaGrapes: Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 14.5%Style: Savoury Classic RedThe De Nariz Monastrell is a bold, full-bodied red that showcases the depth and character of Yecla’s unique terroir. Produced by Vinos de Nariz, a boutique winery known for its commitment to sustainable practices and minimal intervention, this wine reflects the essence of the Monastrell grape. With its rich dark fruit flavours and subtle spice, it’s a perfect expression of the region’s signature style. Ideal for those who appreciate wines with power, balance, and a true sense of place. Vivino Ra -
Country: Spain, Murcia, YeclaGrapes: Monastrell / Mourvedre / Mataro, Syrah / ShirazABV: 14.5%Style: Smooth Fruity RedA vibrant and expressive blend, the De Nariz Coupage Monastrell - Syrah showcases the bold character of Monastrell alongside the elegance of Syrah. Intense aromas of dark fruits, blackberries, and plums are complemented by subtle spice and floral notes. Rich and full-bodied with smooth tannins and a peppery finish, this wine reflects the unique terroir of Yecla. Vinos de Nariz, a boutique winery committed to sustainable practices and minimal intervention, captures the true essence of the region’ -
Country: Spain, Murcia, JumillaGrapes: Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 14.5%Style: Smooth Fruity RedIf you're looking for a big, flavoursome Spanish red wine that offers great value for money, then the Alceno 150 Aniversario Monastrell 2021 is for you. Made from old vine Monastrell (France's Mourvedre), this gentle giant offers a nose of dried black berries, smoke, leather, and peppery spice. Well-extracted, the plump black fruits coat the dry, rounded tannins, the citrus acidity brings freshness, and on the finish, expect minerals, bitter herbs and spices. Vivino Rating 4.1 (Feb 2025) About t -
Country: Australia, Barossa ValleyGrapes: Syrah / Shiraz, Monastrell / Mourvedre / MataroABV: 15%Style: Rich Full Red97 Points - Sam King, Wine Orbit. The Lou Miranda Estate in the southern Barossa Valley is blessed with a small block of Mataro (France’s Mourvèdre) that was planted in 1898. These ancient, exceptionally low-yielding vines produce a tiny amount of wine – a yield that was reduced even further in the heat of the brilliant 2018 vintage. The little that was made was blended with Shiraz to create one of the best premium Australian red wines. Post-fermentation it was given three years ageing in seasonRegular Price£239.70Fine Wine Case Offer - Save 10%£215.73
