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Red Wines
Mourvèdre
Dark, meaty and structured, Mourvèdre needs real heat to ripen and rewards with wines of gamey depth.
In detail
- Origin
- Valencia, Spain (as Monastrell).
- Major regions
- Bandol · Jumilla · Châteauneuf-du-Pape · Barossa Valley
- Grapes
- Mourvèdre
- Flavour profile
- Blackberry, cured meat, black pepper, earth and dried violet.
- Body
- Full
- Acidity
- Medium
- Sweetness
- Dry
Recommended Glass
Red Wine Glass
A tall bowl with a moderately wide base tapering to a narrower opening, giving wine room to breathe while keeping aromatics in the glass.
About this glass →Serving Temperature
16–18°C (61–64°F)
A little cooler than room temperature for reds; properly cold but not frozen for whites and sparkling.
Food Pairings
- Slow-cooked beef
- Cassoulet
- Game
- Grilled lamb
- Aged hard cheese
Notable examples & brands
- Domaine Tempier Bandol
- Château de Pibarnon
- Juan Gil Jumilla