LA TREMENDA 2023
ENRIQUE MENDOZA • MONASTRELL 750ML
"The elegance of Mediterranean Monastrell: an estate-vineyard wine that balances the sun of the Levante with remarkable freshness and fluidity."
Mediterranean Purity at Altitude
La Tremenda 2023 comes from the namesake vineyard of Bodegas Enrique Mendoza, in the highlands of Alicante: bush-vine Monastrell, on sand and limestone soils, at about 600 meters of altitude. That height gives it a vibrant acidity and a fresher profile than lowland Monastrell. With 6 months of aging in French oak, it is an honest, modern and very pleasurable red. Buy it at La Cava Shop with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and discover more wines of Spain and red wines.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Bodegas Enrique Mendoza.
- Origin: La Tremenda vineyard, Alicante, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Monastrell.
- Aging: 6 months in French oak.
- Volume: 750 ml.
- Altitude: Approximately 600 meters above sea level.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Bright ruby red with garnet reflections, medium-high depth of color, clean, with an agile leg.
Nose: Ripe black and red fruit (black cherry, plum). Balsamic touches of scrubland (pine, rosemary), black pepper and a subtle background of cocoa.
Palate: A friendly, round entry, with sweet, well-integrated tannins. An unusual freshness for the area stands out, with a silky passage and a long finish of wild fruit and earthy minerality.
3. Character and Style
FRESHNESS AND LIVELINESS [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
TYPICITY (MONASTRELL) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
SILKINESS ON THE PALATE [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
CELLARING POTENTIAL [ 3 - 5 YEARS ]
4. Serving Ritual
Pairing: Recommended for Alicante rice dishes, grilled meats, semi-aged cheeses, Iberian cured meats and pasta with intense tomato sauces. See the guide to wines for Iberian ham.
Preparation: It benefits from brief aeration in the glass (5 to 10 minutes) to release its balsamic and spicy notes.
Temperature: Ideally serve between 15 °C and 16 °C.
5. Why Is It a Benchmark?
- Very good value: An estate-vineyard Monastrell at an accessible price.
- Family seal: The signature of Enrique Mendoza, a pioneer of precision viticulture in Spain's Levante.
6. Frequently Asked Questions
What style of wine is Enrique Mendoza's La Tremenda?
It is an estate-vineyard red that seeks the elegance and freshness of Monastrell. Unlike the region's more robust wines, it stands out for its fluidity, balsamic notes and silky tannins, thanks to being grown at about 600 meters of altitude.
Does it have oak aging?
Yes, it is aged for 6 months in French oak barrels, which adds structure and subtle cocoa notes without overshadowing the fruit.
What dishes does this Alicante red pair with best?
It is a good companion for Alicante rice dishes, grilled meats, Iberian cured meats and pasta with Mediterranean sauces.
Where can I buy Enrique Mendoza's La Tremenda in Mexico?
At La Cava Shop, with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and 90 days for free returns.