كازا كاستيلو موناستريل 2019، خوميا، إسبانيا (عضوي)

That 15% Garnacha really rounds out the Monastrell nicely, giving it a softer, more elegant finish than I expected. The 10 months in those big oak foudres must be why the tannins are so smooth already. Perfect with lamb chops last weekend.

Opened this last night and the 10 months in oak really shows in a good way—smooth but still bold. The Garnacha blend gives it a nice lift compared to a straight Monastrell. Great value for an organic red with this much complexity.

The indigenous yeast fermentation gives this red such a clean, vibrant fruit profile. It paired beautifully with lamb chops, and the 10 months in oak added just enough structure without overwhelming the Garnacha influence.