Mourvèdre Wine Guide

What is Mourvèdre?

Mourvèdre is a dark, tannic grape that thrives in the Mediterranean heat, particularly in southern France and Spain (where it's called Monastrell). The grape produces wines with concentrated dark fruit flavors, meaty notes, and earthy undertones. Mourvèdre is a traditional component of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Bandol blends. When given warm growing conditions and proper ripeness, Mourvèdre develops remarkable complexity with flavors of dark plum, licorice, and savory herbs alongside its characteristic rusticity.

Tasting Notes

Mourvèdre typically exhibits these flavor characteristics on the palate:

Aromas & Bouquet

On the nose, look for these aromatic notes:

Best Regions for Mourvèdre

Mourvèdre thrives in these renowned wine regions, each offering distinct expressions:

Food Pairings

Mourvèdre pairs exceptionally well with:

• Braised beef
• Wild boar
• Game stew
• Grilled sausage
• Hard aged cheeses