Wines made from Mourvèdre grapes of Jerusalem
Discover the best wines made with Mourvèdre as a single variety or as a blend of Jerusalem.
More informations about the variety Mourvèdre
Powerful, deep reds with firm tannins and dense texture, showing aromas of blackberry, leather, garrigue, black pepper, liquorice and animal notes (game, forest floor) with age. Star of Bandol AOC as a single variety and pillar of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas and Costières blends. Also in GSM in Languedoc and Australia. A late-ripening variety of Spanish origin (Mataró/Monastrell).
More informations about the region of Judean Hills
Judean Hills around Jerusalem, Israel's most dynamic region (~27% of vineyards). Mediterranean climate cooled by breezes, terra rossa over limestone. Signature reds: deep Cabernet Sauvignon (cassis, blackberry, cedar, maquis herbs), supple Merlot (plum, cocoa), peppery Syrah, airy Pinot Noir. Whites: chiselled Chardonnay (citrus, flowers, hazelnut butter), zippy Sauvignon, ample Sémillon.
What are the typical flavors of the Mourvèdre grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Mourvèdre
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Mourvèdre
- Red fruitPresent in 1% of Mourvèdre