Bodegas Trenza La Orphica Iluminada Monastrell 2022

Description

The Danish David Tofterup is a true monastrell master. His seductive Monastrell Seleccíon Tardia has been an instant crowd favorite since its introduction. This Iluminada is the luxurious variant, with even more power, intensity and clearly noticeable wood influence.

To obtain that extra depth of flavor, David only harvests the monastrell grapes for this Iluminada at the end of October. The grapes are then particularly ripe, some are even starting to dry on the vines. This ensures a strong concentration of the sugars and flavors in the grapes, resulting in a wine that is characterized by sultry, stewed fruit and a firm body.

Once harvested, the grapes are crushed and fermented. After fermentation, David lets the wine mature for another six months in French and American oak barrels. This gives the Illuminada refined flavors of toast and tobacco.

Drink this impressive, sun-baked Spaniard with chili sin or con carne, spare ribs or matured hard cheeses. It is also stunning on its own: a fireside or meditation wine par excellence!