Dehesa El Carrascal, Tudon's Monastrell 2019

Dehesa El Carrascal Tudon's Monastrell 2019 is a powerful, full-bodied red from Spain’s warm and dry southeast, crafted from the region’s deeply expressive Monastrell grape. Rich black fruit, peppery spice and 12 months of ageing in French and American oak give the wine both generosity and structure. It comes from a family winery founded in 1962, now run by the second and third generations.

Tasting Notes
Deep ruby-red in appearance, the wine opens with abundant aromas of ripe and jammy black fruit, complemented by pepper, vanilla and subtle cedar. On the palate, it is rich and concentrated, with flavours of blackberry, dark plum and spice supported by well-integrated oak. Notes of cask, cedar and vanilla add complexity, while the generous fruit and firm structure provide a satisfying finish. Enjoyable now for its ripe, opulent character, the wine can develop further over the next few years when stored in a cool, dark cellar. Its fruit concentration and oak-aged structure should allow it to mature gracefully in the short to medium term.

Production
The wine comes from the warm, dry surroundings of Alpera and Bonete in the DO Almansa area, just north of Yecla. These demanding conditions are well suited to Monastrell, helping produce ripe, intensely flavoured grapes. The available information does not specify the harvesting method or exact vinification techniques, but the wine is matured for 12 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels, contributing its characteristic cedar, vanilla and spice notes.

Food & Serving
Its bold profile makes it a natural match for grilled or slow-roasted red meats, beef stew, lamb, game and richly seasoned sausages. It also works well with mature hard cheeses and hearty Mediterranean dishes. Serve lightly cool at around 16–18°C. Decant for 30–60 minutes before serving to allow the fruit and oak aromas to open, particularly when enjoying the wine in its youth.

Producer
Bodega Dehesa El Carrascal was founded in 1962 by Don Arsenio García Cañada and has remained a family-run winery ever since. The current second and third generations continue the work from the modern winery located between Alpera and Bonete in DO Almansa. The estate has long been associated with local varieties such as Garnacha Tintorera, while also cultivating international grapes including Merlot and Syrah. Its focus is on producing modern, characterful wines that reflect the warm, continental conditions of southeastern Spain.

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