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Bodegas Rafael Cambra 2003 Minimum Monastrell (Valencia)

Price $65

Fruit overload and gumball richness define the syrupy, super ripe nose on this Monastrell (Mourvèdre) Cabernet Franc blend from Valencia. This is big stuff, with blackberry, prune and chocolate cake qualities. It’s thick, intense, tannic and will continue to be lively and drinkable for another six or seven years. A surprise wine; 100 cases produced. — M.S. (4/1/2008)

Bokisch 2008 Belle Colline Vineyard Monastrell (Clements Hills)

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Price $21

Also known as Mourvèdre. This Spanish-inspired Monastrell from Bokisch, grown on a hillside, is brawny with plenty of earth and bacon bite to it, yet also floral, rich yet also bright, tasting of black cherry and pomegranate with a menthol tobacco chaser. — V.B. (3/1/2012)

Casa Castillo 2005 Monastrell (Jumilla)

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Price $11

Young, dark and handsome, this is an example of what Jumilla can do when good grapes and winemaking come together. The palate is chewy and full of earthy blackberry flavors, while the finish is smooth, ripe and long. Drink now–2008. One of the best Jumillas you’re likely to find. — M.S. (4/1/2007)

Castaño 2001 Hécula Monastrell (Yecla)

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Price $12

A modern-style offering from the up-and-coming region of Yecla, near Alicante. The grape used is Monastrell, a k a Mourvèdre. It’s bold and packed with blackberry, pepper and other spices. It’s the perfect wine to enjoy with barbecue, stews and roasts. This wine busted onto the scene just a couple of years ago, earning accolades for its full flavors and overall… — M.S. (11/15/2003)

Juan Gil 2004 Monastrell (Jumilla)

Price $16

Sweet and welcoming; a good deal among pedigreed red wines. The nose on this 100% Monastrell from older vines is mammoth, toasty and dark, while the palate is chunky and virtually melts with blackberry, plum and cherry flavors. A real-deal red with breadth and class. 1,000 cases made. — M.S. (8/1/2007)

Bodegas Silvano Garcia 2008 Dulce Monastrell (Jumilla)

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Price $25

There are few points of reference for this hugely intense sweet Monastrell. It’s deep and purple, with concentrated, fresh raisin aromas, licorice and berry syrup. Entirely rich and unctuous, with caramel, toffee and reduced berry flavors. Like P.X. but red; serve with chocolate and/or a smooth, potent cheese. — M.S. (2/1/2011)

Partal 1998 Crianza Monastrell (Bullas)

Price $25

It’s all about fruit, and the depth of fruit sings in this Monastrell (a. k. a. Mourvèdre, Mataro) that’s made from 50-year-old vines in the Bullas DO in Spain’s southeast. Ripe and smooth, it has a rich berry and vanilla nose, and an even, spice-accented palate. Finishes dry, with cocoa and mild sweet- spice notes. —M.M. — M.M. (4/1/2002)

Creencia 2006 Limited Collection Monastrell (Yecla)

Price $25

Creamy and minty on the nose, with dark berry aromas that veer toward raisiny. The palate is generous, full, reduced and narrow, with raisin, blackberry and heavy spice flavors. An old-vines style of Monastrell that lumbers across the finish line with full ripeness and sweetness. Drink now. — M.S. (4/1/2011)

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