Familia Castano 'Hecula' Organic Monastrell
Country: Spain Region: Yecla
Varietal: Monastrell Vintage: 2023
Colour: Red Style: Dry
Producer: Castano Estate
Producer:
The Castaño family owns over 410 hectares of vineyards in the Yecla DO in south-eastern Spain. 80% of these vineyards are planted with the native Monastrell variety. For several generations, Bodegas Castaño has been a pioneer in this region and has come to symbolise the best of what southern Spain has to offer: rich, warm climate wines made from grapes grown at altitude, resulting in wines of great character and finesse.
Vineyards:
The grapes are grown on organic plots at 750 metres above sea level, a perfect area for organic production. Dry, sunny weather and specific soil conditions here give little chance for mould or pests to thrive, allowing a pesticide-free and agrochemical-free crop every year. The average age of bush vines are over 25 years old which are planted at a density of 1,600 vines per hectare.
Vinification:
The grapes were crushed very lightly before being fermented and macerated on their skins for 10 days at a controlled temperature of 28ºC in stainless-steel tanks. After fermentation, the wine remained in stainless-steel tanks until bottling. The gentle handling preserved the natural fruit purity and freshness of the Monastrell.
Tasting Notes:
This wine is deep ruby red in colour. On the nose, there are rich notes of black cherries, plums and an elegant mineral touch. On the palate, this Monastrell is smooth with velvety tannins and a long finish, bursting with fruit.
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Description
Country: Spain Region: Yecla
Varietal: Monastrell Vintage: 2023
Colour: Red Style: Dry
Producer: Castano Estate
Producer:
The Castaño family owns over 410 hectares of vineyards in the Yecla DO in south-eastern Spain. 80% of these vineyards are planted with the native Monastrell variety. For several generations, Bodegas Castaño has been a pioneer in this region and has come to symbolise the best of what southern Spain has to offer: rich, warm climate wines made from grapes grown at altitude, resulting in wines of great character and finesse.
Vineyards:
The grapes are grown on organic plots at 750 metres above sea level, a perfect area for organic production. Dry, sunny weather and specific soil conditions here give little chance for mould or pests to thrive, allowing a pesticide-free and agrochemical-free crop every year. The average age of bush vines are over 25 years old which are planted at a density of 1,600 vines per hectare.
Vinification:
The grapes were crushed very lightly before being fermented and macerated on their skins for 10 days at a controlled temperature of 28ºC in stainless-steel tanks. After fermentation, the wine remained in stainless-steel tanks until bottling. The gentle handling preserved the natural fruit purity and freshness of the Monastrell.
Tasting Notes:
This wine is deep ruby red in colour. On the nose, there are rich notes of black cherries, plums and an elegant mineral touch. On the palate, this Monastrell is smooth with velvety tannins and a long finish, bursting with fruit.
