Mourvedre

Origins:  Catalonia (Spain)

Where it’s found:  Spain (60,702ha/150,000ac), France (10,117ha/25,000ac)

Also known as:  Monastrell, Alicante, Torrantes (Spain), Mataro (New World)

Most well-known from:   Alicante (Spain), Bandol, Rhone (France)

Typical flavors:   Dark Fruit, Spice, Meat, Smoke, high tannin, medium acid