{"product_id":"marius-monastrell-almansa-single-vineyard","title":"Marius Monastrell Almansa Single Vineyard","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"467\" class=\"\"\u003e Monastrell Almansa DO 'Marius' Single Vineyard – Monastrell with power and finesse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"891\" class=\"\"\u003e The Monastrell 'Marius' Single Vineyard is a characterful red wine from Almansa, southeastern Spain. This modern interpretation of the classic Monastrell is produced by Bodegas Piqueras and comes from a single, high-altitude vineyard: Timoranes. Thanks to the combination of old vines, careful vinification, and aging in fine French oak, this wine delivers intensity, ripe fruit, and remarkable freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"951\" class=\"\"\u003e Vineyards and region: Timoranes Vineyard, Almansa DO\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"1308\" class=\"\"\u003eThe grapes come from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e30-hectare Timoranes vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e , located at an altitude of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e800 to 900 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e . The soil is sandy, poor, and rich in limestone. The vines are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e40 to 60 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e , with low yields and high aromatic concentration. The grapes are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eharvested by hand in October\u003c\/strong\u003e , at the moment of full ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1378\" class=\"\"\u003e Vinification and maturation: modern extraction and subtle wood notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1729\" class=\"\"\u003eAfter three weeks of skin maceration, the must is slowly fermented. The temperature is controlled, initially rising to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , then decreasing to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e23°C\u003c\/strong\u003e to preserve the fruit. The wine then matures for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003esix months in 300-liter French Allier oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e , medium-toasted. This aging adds structure, roundness, and subtle vanilla notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1776\" class=\"\"\u003e Tasting notes: depth, fruit and balance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"2140\" class=\"\"\u003e The wine has a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003edeep ruby ​​red color\u003c\/strong\u003e . The nose opens with aromas of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003eblack plums, blueberries, white pepper, licorice, and sasafras\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a light hint of wood. On the palate, the wine is rich and supple, with fresh acidity, well-integrated tannins, and a long, juicy finish. The result is powerful and concentrated, yet remains elegant and vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2197\" class=\"\"\u003eServing suggestions: rich and gastronomically versatile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2354\" class=\"\"\u003e This Monastrell is ideal with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2228\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003estewed rabbit with plums, pepper steak, wild duck, or mature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e . Serve between \u003cstrong data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e15 and 18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2372\" class=\"\"\u003e Awards \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2419\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2419\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003e8.5 – The Great Hamersma, 2018 edition\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2506\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2506\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003eGold – Berliner Wein Trophy\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003e2010, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015 and 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2692\" class=\"\"\u003e A powerful and modern Monastrell with deep roots in Almansa. \u003cem data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003eMarius Single Vineyard combines intense fruit with refinement and length – a wine that reveals character in every detail.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775753195599,"sku":"4295","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/valcanto-monastrell_4295.webp?v=1770046293","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/products\/marius-monastrell-almansa-single-vineyard","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}