The 2018 Quinta da Muradella Monterrei Alanda Tinto is a beautifully complex and mineral-driven red from one of Spain’s most respected terroir-focused producers, Fernando González. Sourced from old-vine field blends across Monterrei in Galicia, the wine combines Mencía with native varieties including Bastardo, Merenzao and Caiño, capturing the freshness, savoury complexity and granite-driven minerality that define the region. The nose reveals wild cherry, blackberry and plum layered alongside violet, dried herbs, graphite and earthy spice, giving the wine remarkable lift and depth.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with fine tannins, vibrant natural acidity and beautifully pure dark berry fruit. Layers of cherry, plum and savoury spice are balanced by stony minerality and subtle herbal complexity, finishing long, energetic and finely textured with outstanding elegance and tension.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2018 Quinta da Muradella Monterrei Alanda Tinto is a superb modern Galician red - savoury, mineral and beautifully refined with exceptional freshness and complexity. Perfect with roast lamb, duck, mushroom dishes, charcuterie or smoky grilled meats. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar through 2040+.
