$27.00
A family owned winery located in the small town of Nava de Roa, Bodegas Monteabellon was founded in 2000 and remains committed to producing high quality, award winning sustainable wines. By not using insecticides or herbicides, Bodegas Monteabellon remains committed to environmentally conscious wine production. The wine we chose to try is a 100% Tempranillo varietal and is often referred to as Spain’s “noble grape”. Tempranillo derives its name from Temprano, which literally means “early” and references the fact that the grapes tend to ripen several weeks earlier than other Spanish red grapes. Tempranillo’s that are not blended with other grapes are typically aged in oak barrels where the wines easily take on the flavor of the oak. This particular wine is aged for fourteen months in 70% French Oak and 30% American Oak barrels.
He says: 91
I was very excited to try this wine, mainly because Tempranillo’s are high up on my list of favorites and this wine did not disappoint. A visually appealing wine with characteristics of silky, dark garnet that exhibited beautiful clarity. Aromas of rich dark soil, oak, olive oil, fig and white pepper provided a complex nose that was inviting and tempting. A palate of fruit forward flavors such as blueberry jam and cherry, filled the mouth along with notes of oak and vanilla. This medium bodied wine had mild tannins and acidity which provided superb balance and structure. The finish was smooth, silky and provided lingering flavors of vanilla and tobacco. I would love to have another bottle of this stunner and would recommend cellaring for an additional 1-5 years. I think this wine was appropriately priced and even a bargain for the quality and drinking experience. This wine has a lot of potential and could be a 94+ in the next few years. Buy this now while it’s still available.
She says: 91
I am a sucker for a Tempranillo, so when we choose them to review, I always get excited to find new bottles to add to my palate experience. On this occasion, we chose a 2015 Bodegas Monteabellon.
The visual aspects of this wine were stunning; thick and jammy but wonderfully clear with hues of rust and fine coffee. Hints of apricot, raisins and elderberry emanated from the glass and these scents blended with a pleasant combination of both earth and citrus.
On the palate, this wine comes through smooth, bright and yeasty, like fresh warm bread, with notes of mild oak and dark chocolate. As the wine aerated more over time, these flavors evolved and produced hints of toast, honeysuckle, roasted nuts, French baguettes and English toffee. The finish was mild and pleasant and left a warm tingle on my tongue.
I loved this bottle so much that I was sad to see it empty. I would definitely drink again and would recommend this Tempranillo to anyone who enjoys such types, or anyone who likes red wines in general!
