Monte Real Gran Reserva 2014 (750ml) Xarello

Monte Real Gran Reserva 2014 (750ml) XarelloHave you ever looked at the packaging on a value Red from Spain and thought, how could the winery afford to put wine in the bottle with packaging that nice? Without question some of the greatest values in full bodied Red wines are coming from Spains Rioja region. With the lower cost of land and labor, and long standing traditions of holding wine longer in barrel and bottle before release, wineries are able to produce some spectacular reds that are

This has a shy nose exhibiting aromas of cranberries

has a harmonic taste

From two vineyard sites at about 600 meters elevation

and caramel

and you will find this bottle to be a successful pairing partner to a hearty dish of pappardella with wild rabbit ragù

structured with a smooth and creamy palate

-Alison Napjus

courtesy in no small measure to the quality of the red wine

The tannins are ripe and dense allowing for great structure and a long finish

This is a classic and elegant expression of Priorat

bright cherry

This is an elegant wine with earthy aromas of cassis