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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)

Castaño 2000 Monastrell (Yecla)

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Price $9

Monastrell, or Mourvèdre as it is more commonly known in French- and English-speaking parts of the globe, has a reputation for producing dry, tannic wines that occasionally reek of horse manure. Not so in sunny Spain, where a growing number of clean, berry-fruited offerings are turning up at bargain prices. This medium-weight Monastrell combines forward berry fruit… — J.C. (11/15/2002)

Castaño 2006 Rosado Monastrell (Yecla)

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Dry, full and with integrity, this mild-mannered rosado sings in a steady, firm voice. It doesn't go beyond the basics of semicrisp berry flavors and a touch of pepper. It's good wine made from the local Monastrell (Mourvedre), but dialed back; expect no bells or whistles. — M.S. (7/1/2007)

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Hécula Rosado

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