Rating: 
(4.6 / 5)
Red blend from Jumilla, Spain. 50% Monastrell and 50% Syrah. Deep red complexion. Full bodied. Fruity with a hint of licorice, earth and oak on the nose. Blueberry, blackberry and a hint of cherry, licorice and vanilla in the mouth. Oaky and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Very dry, yet smooth with a lingering finish. Pairs well with filet mignon, baked ziti and pizza. 14.5% ABV. Price: $8.99.
Monastrell
Casa Castillo 2017 Monastrell
Rating: 
(3.8 / 5)
Monastrell red wine from Jumilla, Spain. Medium complexion. Medium bodied. Cherry, leathery and earthy aromas. Flavors of cherry, blackberry and strawberry in the mouth. Leathery, earthy and fairly bold. Medium tannins. Medium dry, with medium acidity, a high alcohol taste and smooth finish. Pairs with burgers, beef summer sausage and cheese. 15% ABV. Price: $9.99.
El Goru 2016 Monastrell
Rating: 
(3.6 / 5)
Monastrell from Jumilla, Spain. 61% Monastrell, 44% Syrah and 5% Petit Verdot. Full bodied. Oak and blackberry on the nose.Oak, blackberry and plum in the mouth. Very dry with a lot of tannin. Gripping and earthy. Fairly strong tannins. Strong, lingering finish. 14.5% ABV. Price: $7.99.
Casa Castillo 2017 Monastrell Tasting and Review
I open, taste and review a Casa Castillo 2017 Monastrell from Spain purchased from Winestore in Blakeney, NC. We also toast birthdays, national days, and tell dad jokes for prizes! Join in the chats at 10 PM ET and Drink With Rick!
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DWR-55 – El Goru 2016 Monastrell wine tasting and review
This is the fifty-fifth episode of the live winestream. I open, taste and review an El Goru 2016 Mourvedre/Monastrell wine from Spain purchased from Winestore in Blakeney, NC. We also learn about the grape used to make this wine. I also toast a lot of birthdays and national days, so I hope there is enough in this bottle to get us through the show.
This podcast is the audio version of the video winestream, edited with consideration for the listener. Did I enjoy the wine? Do I recommend it? Listen to find out. Do you have a favorite wine you would recommend? Is there a wine you are curious about and would like me to try? Tell me what it is and I may give it a review on a future Winestream. Send your suggestions and comments to rick(at)savoiamedia.com or send them through the contact form on my website at drinkwithrick.com!
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El Goru 2016 Monastrell wine tasting and review
I open, taste and review an El Goru 2016 Mourvedre/Monastrell wine from Spain purchased from Winestore in Blakeney, NC. We also learn about the grape used to make this wine. I also toast a lot of birthdays and national days, so I hope there is enough in this bottle to get us through the show. Join in the chat at 10 PM ET on Facebook, YouTube or Twitch and Drink With Rick!