The 2009 Almavedre is 100% Monastrell from the DO of Alicante fermented and aged in tank. Cassis, brier, underbrush, and blueberry elements inform the enticing nose and palate of this bargain priced wine. Easygoing with no hard edges in the finish, this is a crowd-pleaser for drinking over the next 3-4 years. The current Telmo Rodriguez collection includes wines produced in eight different DOs, all of them fermented with native yeasts. The fact that quality ranges from excellent to outstanding is a tribute to his talent and attention to detail.Importer: Michael Quinttus, Vintus Importers, Pleasantville, NY