Enrique Mendoza La Tremenda Monastrell

Bodegas Enrique Mendoza is a family-owned estate in the Alicante wine region of southeastern Spain, known for crafting expressive Mediterranean reds from old Monastrell vines. Founded in the late 20th century near Villena, the estate works vineyards at elevations around 600 metres with sandy limestone soils that yield concentrated, aromatic fruit under hot, dry conditions. Vineyard practices favour environmentally friendly and sustainable approaches with minimal intervention and the La Tremenda Monastrell comes from the single vineyard that gives the wine its name, reflecting Alicante’s terroir and traditional bush-trained vines.

The Enrique Mendoza La Tremenda Monastrell 2023 is 100% Monastrell, hand harvested and fermented in stainless steel to preserve fresh fruit character, then aged for about six months in seasoned oak barrels to lend structure and subtle complexity. The wine shows bright red and black cherry, ripe berry, Mediterranean herb and spice notes with approachable tannins and lively acidity. It is delicious with grilled meats, roasted vegetables or rich paella, and offers enjoyable drinking now while still benefiting from a few years’ cellaring.