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La Montesa

La Montesa

A $15 wine that tastes like $50, according to James Suckling
Organic
La Montesa
75 cl.
2021
Magnum
2021
92 Peñín
94 Parker
96 Decanter
94 Suckling
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Details
Alcohol 14.00%
Production area La Rioja
Designation of Origin D.O.Ca. Rioja
Winery Palacios Remondo
Contains sulphites
Varieties 95% Garnacha Tinta, 5% Other red varieties
Service 16.0
Volume 75 cl.
Tasting notes La Montesa 2021

Red wine Crianza Organic. 12 months in French and American oak barrels.

La Montesa 2021 reveals an enticing blend of aromas reminiscent of ripe dark fruits, such as plums and blackberries, accompanied by earthy notes and a hint of spice. On the palate, it is smooth and vibrant, with a concentrated profile that highlights the spiced dark fruit. Its balance and gentle tannins make it highly approachable, while the long finish leaves a pleasant sensation. A wine distinguished by its elegance and freshness.                      

Style La Montesa
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
White meats, Charcuterie, Legumes, Cured cheeses, Red meat, Rice dishes, Game

About La Montesa

From a young age, the audacious Álvaro Palacios harboured dreams of becoming many things: a bullfighter, a motorcycle racer, a singer... Yet, being born into a family of winemakers in the eastern part of La Rioja, his fate seemed to be uniquely predetermined. As he grew, he quickly realised that to achieve greatness in life, the more knowledge one acquires, the better. And what he knew most about was wine. Not merely because his family had surrounded him with vineyards and barrels, but because, in some inexplicable way, wine coursed through his veins. Álvaro is not content with what is readily apparent. He is a true wine archaeologist. For him, viticulture extends far beyond geography or climate; what truly captivates him is what lies beneath the soil: the anthropological roots, the history, the culture, and above all, the tradition of labour that has shaped the relationship between man and nature.

Carving out a path in diverse lands, from Priorat to Bierzo, upon returning to his native land in the DOCa Rioja, he decides to craft a wine at the family winery Palacios Remondo that not only narrates the story of La Rioja but also embodies all he had learned over the years. Thus, La Montesa is born, a wine originating from garnacha vineyards planted at an altitude of 550 metres in the municipality of Alfaro, in the Rioja Baja. Its soils, abundant in limestone, clay-ferrous, and pebbles, coupled with its Mediterranean climate with Atlantic influence, are perfect for achieving excellent grape maturation. The harvest is conducted manually, taking advantage of the hours of low solar intensity to keep the grapes fresh and of the highest quality. Once at the winery, the process continues with meticulous selection, low-temperature maceration for 23 days, and fermentation in stainless steel tanks for three weeks. Finally, the wine is aged in French oak barrels (90%) and American (10%) for 12 months, in a blend that includes new barrels and those from several previous wines, imparting a unique complexity to this wine.

La Montesa is a fresh, fruity, and characterful Rioja garnacha. A true gem crafted by a genuine wine archaeologist, perfect for any occasion. As the renowned wine guru James Suckling notes, it is a $15 wine that tastes like a $50 one. So, why wait? Any excuse is perfect to open a bottle.

 

2021

La Montesa 2021 reveals an enticing blend of aromas reminiscent of ripe dark fruits, such as plums and blackberries, accompanied by earthy notes and a hint of spice. On the palate, it is smooth and vibrant, with a concentrated profile that highlights the spiced dark fruit. Its balance and gentle tannins make it highly approachable, while the long finish leaves a pleasant sensation. A wine distinguished by its elegance and freshness.                      
2020

La Montesa 2020 is a fluid red wine with an expressive nose of ripe red fruit, violet flower notes, and mineral reminiscences. On the palate, it is juicy, fresh, and balanced. A medium-bodied wine with vibrant acidity, fine tannins, and a very seductive chalky finish.
2019 La Montesa 2019 is an invigorating and supple red wine that, on the nose, exudes intense aromas of ripe red fruits and delicate floral undertones, complemented by a subtle hint of spice reminiscent of pepper, as well as zesty citrus traces. On the palate, it glides with elegance, yet with distinct personality, where the oak is seamlessly integrated beneath the fruit-forward profile. This red wine boasts a pronounced, yet meticulous acidity and a succulent, lingering finish.
2018 La Montesa 2018 is a red wine of exquisite purity and vivacity. A Garnacha that remains youthful and eloquent, brimming with the quintessence of yesteryear's wines, where beyond the succulent fruit, one can discern delicate spicy and vanilla nuances. This red wine is supple and at its prime for enjoyment, yet promises further delights from its second or third year in the bottle.
2017

La Montesa 2017 is a red wine with citrus and red and black fruit aromas on the nose accompanied by floral and spicy nuances. On the palate it is fresh and fruity, with good structure and balanced acidity. This is a red wine with a pleasant mid palate and an aging potential of over 20 years. It is at its best after three years in the bottle.
2015 La Montesa 2015 offers one of the most fragrant expressions of the Grenache in Rioja Baja. The fruitiness and the delicate stay in used barrels give this wine a fluid and drinkable character. A very good Grenache from a Mediterranean climate.
2011 On the palate it is a pleasant wine and velvety. A lot of fruit with spicy nuances. Very fresh and tempting. Polished tannins with a good acidity. An elegant and persistent finish.

Pretty red cherry colour with a garnet rim.

A ripe fruit presence on the nose. Red fruits like strawberries and raspberries and some touches of currents and blueberries. Herbal notes and certain balsamic touches. Presence of toasted notes and some spices
2009 It has a fresh, creamy and silky palate. It shows a very good acidity that provides it with liveliness. Noticeable, light and pleasant tannins, good finish and good persistence. Its aftertaste shows the same aromas noticed in nose.

Intense and lively ruby red colour. Clean and bright wine with thin, uniform tears.

Clean nasal aromas with marked notes of ripe red fruit, floral and herbal scents, nicely combined with elegant toasted and spicy nuances. Subtle background of menthol. It is an expressive and mellow Rioja with lots of nerve.
2007 La Montesa is a tasty and fresh Crianza wine. It has a wide attack and a silky mid palate with floral and creamy sensations. Ripe tannins. Long and slightly bitter finish with no astringency. A nice wine.

Intense garnet red colour. Clean and bright. Good tears.

Intense aromas with subtle floral notes, especially violets, accompanied by strong red fruit aromas and herbal hints. As the wine gains contact with the air, mineral notes are increasingly noticed together with toasted hints provided by the oak.
2005 Raspberries and strawberries with red orange flowing in a texture of delicate smoothness and citric nerve. Fat and silky, creamy, floral, dark chocolate.

Ruby red and purple, maroon and silver, bright and crisp.

In the cup, the passage of minutes opens the protected wine. Overcome shyness, cherries in syrup is diluted and emerging pulp and juice of watermelon, nectarines, apples and quince velvety ripe. The mild fragrance of wood, white pepper and vanilla typical red crianza wines that play to wrap fruit, on a very mineral basis.
2021
94 Parker
92 Peñín
94 Suckling
2020
93 Parker
93 Peñín
94 Suckling
2019
93 Parker
93 Peñín
94 Suckling
2018
93 Parker
93 Peñín
2017
92 Parker
93 Peñín
92 Suckling
2016
93 Parker
92 Peñín
2015
92 Parker
92 Peñín
2014
92 Parker
91 Peñín
2013
91 Peñín
2012
92 Parker
93 Peñín
2011
91 Parker
91 Peñín
2010
93 Parker
92 Peñín
2009
92 Parker
91 Peñín
2007
91 Peñín
2005
90 Peñín
2014

Gold Medal DECANTER World Wine Awards 2017
2010

2013 IWC, Bronze Medal

2013 Decanter WWA, Commended
2009

2013 Bacchus, Bacchus De Oro

2013 Dallas Morning WC , Bronze Medal

2013 Decanter WWA, Bronze Medal
2007

2010 Bacchus de Oro

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