World Famous Grapes
Mourvèdre (France)
Mourvèdre is a tannic red wine grape grown in many different wine regions.
In France, Mourvèdre grows mainly in the Rhône and Provence regions.
In Rhône, it is a vital component in the famous GSM blend (Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre).
In Spain, Mourvèdre (Monastrell) is the fourth most widely planted red wine grape.
In Australia it is called Mataro (South Australia and New South Wales).
Mourvèdre Flavors
Dark Berries, Plum, Jam, and Licorice are typical Mourvèdre flavors.
Herbs (Thyme). Flowers (Violets, Roses). Spices (Pepper).
 Blueberry |
 Black Cherry |
 Blackberry |
 Plum |
 Jam |
 Licorice |
 Violet |
 Rose |
 Herbs |
 Thyme |
 Spices |
 Pepper |
Flavors from Maturation and Aging
 Oak |
 Coffee |
 Meat |
 Leather |
Mourvèdre Profile
Mourvèdre is a full bodied wine with rich tannins:
| SUGAR: | Dry (3 g/l) |
| BODY: | Full |
| TANNINS: | High |
| FRUIT: | Medium Plus |
| ACIDITY: | Medium Plus |
| ALCOHOL: | 13-15% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 17-18°C (63-64°F) |
Mourvèdre Food Pairing
A full bodied Mourvèdre needs bold food to absorbe the rich tannins.
Mourvèdre loves Roasted Pork, Lamb, and BBQ.
 Mushroom |
 Hamburger |
 Ham |
 Casseroles |
 Pork |
 Lamb |
 Veal |
 Beef |
Excellent Pairings
BBQ. Grilled. Roasts.
Smoked Meat. Salami.
Roasted Potatoes and Onions.
Grilled Mushrooms (Portobello).
Grilled Veggetables. Wrap.
Rich Casseroles. Beef Stew.
BBQ. Chicken. Pork. Rabbit. Game.
Roasted Lamb. Lamb Chops. Lamb Shank.
Hamburger. Cheese Burger. Bacon Burger.
Red Meat Dishes. Spareribs. Veal Chops.
Strip Steak. T-Bone. Kobe. Entrecôte.
Cheeses
Aged Cheese.
Manchego. Smocked Cheddar and Gouda. Pecorino.
Blue. Camembert.
The Ideal Glass for Mourvèdre
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
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About
Mourvèdre is a red wine grape that grows in many regions around the world:
- The Rhône and Provence regions of France.
- The Valencia and Jumilla regions of Spain.
- California and Washington states of USA.
- South Australia.
- South Africa.
In France the grape is called Mourvèdre.
In Spain the grape is called Monastrell.
Mourvèdre is also known to be a prominent component in GSM wines (Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre).
In USA, Australia, and South Africa it is called Mourvèdre or Mataro.