Mourvèdre (Monastrell/Mataro)

Also known as Monastrell and Mataro, Mourvèdre is an important, widely planted variety in Spain. It was very widely planted in Provence before the arrival of Phylloxera, and has made a remarkable comeback since the late 1950s. In good years, can produce very good wines with structure, fruit and perfume. Ripens very late, possibly a week later than Cabernet Sauvignon although bud burst is similar. Important in Australia for GSM blends.

Budburst - Late, Harvest - Very late

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Mourvèdre (Monastrell/Mataro) ENTAV-INRA® 369

  • Riversun Premium Import
  • Sourced from France (ENTAV-INRA®) 2005

Virus Status

2010: Tested positive for Rupestris Stem Pitting Virus

Viticulture

Low crops of big bunches with big berries and some variation in set, late ripening, with medium to high sugar content.

General Comments

Balanced wines within the type for the variety.

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