MOURVEDRE, A MEDITERRANEAN WINE

Salerno - Mediterranean Sea

I love the Mediterranean Sea, and when I found out that the Mourvedre grape grows in the region, I couldn’t help but fall in love with it. Mourvedre, originated in the town of Murviedro, near Valencia, Spain.

The varietal is commonly used to make strong dark red wines or dry roses, and is considered an international grape, growing well in different countries surrounded by the sea.

Valencia,  Spain

Mourvedre is known in Portugal as “Mataro” and in Spain as “Montrell”. This grape is high in alcohol, and is often blended with Grenache or Syrah. Today, American producers have started bottling this wine alone, making it a single varietal.

Mourvedre is a late ripening varietal, developing in hot temperatures during summer, and does not need a lot of extra care. The vines usually grow high vertically, making it perfect for sun exposure. It is colored and rich with velvet and truffles flavors, and pairs well with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, duck, and mushrooms.

It is a perfect choice for spring time.

Cheers!