Porta Regia Monastrell Old Vines 12 Months

Bodegas Sierra Norte has over 50 hectares of bush vine Monastrell planted in warm and arid Jumilla Denomination of Origin. Their original planting date to 1958. They reduce grape yields and are engaged in increasing biologic diversity and improving soil structure. They firmly believe that these efforts will yield balanced wines which will more clearly express their local environment. The winery converted all of their vineyards to organic growing methods in 2012, but are not currently seeking certification.

Delivering scents of red and black cherries, spiced meats, a hint of garrigue, a lovely base of soil tones, gently savory notes, bonfire and a nice foundation of cedary oak. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and complex, with a good core of fruit, fine soil signature, modest tannins and a long, balanced and classy finish.

Winery: Bodegas Sierra Norte
Appellation: Jumilla
Average age of vines: 50 years
Farming Methods: Organic - Non Certified
Maturation: Aged for 12 months in 60% American and 40% French barrels, all second fill
Soil: Limestone, poor in organic matter and low salinity
Varietal: 100% Monastrell
Vineyard Orientation: 650 meters
Vineyard Size: 50 hectares
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