The 2011 Lo Nuevo Vilata is fragrant with earth, mineral, and floral notes, and a touch of sweet concentrated balsamic and spice in the nose. Rich layers of dark fruits, brier and blueberry are displayed on the palate with savory, layered smooth tannins.

Wine maker notes

The Monastrell grape has, over time, become the favored variety of Jumilla, in part because it grows successfully in rocky, barren soils where other grapes fail. The vines are trained in the ‘baso’ system, resembling small baskets set in rows on the white, stony soil. Each vine produces only several clusters each year. The fruit is blue-black and yields intense color and aroma within hours of fermentation. The young wine is remarkably soft and buoyant with fresh blueberry fruit. We have complimented this Monastrell by blending fifteen percent Syrah, as its more rustic character provides earthiness and structure to the wine.

Producer

LO NUEVO ("The New”) refers to modern style wines made from ancient vines. These are wines that reflect the cultural life of modern Spain, its art and architecture, film and theater, fashion, music and a vibrant social scene that’s built around wine and food and nightlife. Wines that express passionate personal vision and courageous creative freedom. Wines crafted in a style that reflects the modern renaissance in Spain’s wine industry; it’s about freedom of expression, new styles and methods of production...and discovery!