La Tremenda 2023
Enrique Mendoza | Single Vineyard Monastrell 750ml
"The elegance of Mediterranean Monastrell: a single-vineyard wine that balances the Levante sun with astonishing freshness and fluidity."
High-Altitude Mediterranean Purity
La Tremenda 2023 is the result of respectful viticulture on the eponymous estate, located in the highlands of Alicante. Enrique Mendoza has managed to strip Monastrell of its historical robustness, endowing it with a vibrant acidity thanks to its 600-meter altitude. With a precise aging of 6 months in French oak, it presents itself as an honest, modern, and extremely pleasant red, ideal for those seeking typicity with elegance.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Bodegas Enrique Mendoza.
- Origin: Finca La Tremenda, Alicante, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Monastrell.
- Aging: 6 months in French oak.
- Volume: 750 ml.
- Altitude: 600 meters above sea level.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Bright ruby red with garnet reflections. It has a medium-high intensity, an impeccably clean appearance, and agile tears.
Nose: Explosion of ripe black and red fruits (morello cherry, plum). Balsamic notes of garrigue (pine, rosemary), black pepper, and a subtle hint of bitter cocoa are perceived.
Palate: Gentle, round, and balanced entry. The tannins are sweet and perfectly integrated. It stands out for an unusual freshness for the area, with a silky finish and a long aftertaste of wild fruit and earthy minerality.
3. Character and Style
FRESHNESS & VIVACITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
TYPICITY (MONASTRELL) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
SILKINESS ON THE PALATE [ ● ● ● ● ○ ]
AGING POTENTIAL [ 3 - 5 YEARS ]
4. Serving Ritual
Pairing: Especially recommended for Alicante rice dishes, grilled meats, semi-cured cheeses, Iberian cured meats, and pastas with intense tomato sauces.
Preparation: Benefits from brief aeration in the glass (5-10 minutes) to release its balsamic and spicy notes.
Temperature: Serve ideally between 15°C and 16°C.
5. Why is it a benchmark?
- Exceptional Value: Consistently awarded for its unbeatable quality-price ratio.
- Family Seal: The guarantee of Enrique Mendoza, a pioneer in precision viticulture in the Spanish Levante region.