Honoro Vera Monastrell 2019

The 2019 Honoro Vera Monastrell was produced with grapes from 20-year-old dry-farmed vines on limestone-rich soils fermented in open-top stainless steel vats. It's a primary and juicy varietal Monastrell with textbook aromas of Mediterranean herbs, with a soft, balanced palate, clean flavors and a dry finish. 

Lurid ruby. Smoke-accented cherry and blackcurrant scents are complemented by suggestions of black pepper, licorice and cured meat. Taut and structured on the palate, offering dark berry and bitter cherry flavors that are sweetened by a subtle violet pastille nuance. Fine-grained tannins build steadily on the finish, which lingers with good, smoke-tinged persistence.