This province south of Valencia is bathed by the Mediterranean Sea in an ideal geographic framework for agriculture. Spanish wines made in 9 districts established within the province of Alicante under the Denomination of Origin of Alicante, which are white wines Alicante, pink, red and sweet, liqueur and sparkling addition to the famous Fondilló...
This province south of Valencia is bathed by the Mediterranean Sea in an ideal geographic framework for agriculture. Spanish wines made in 9 districts established within the province of Alicante under the Denomination of Origin of Alicante, which are white wines Alicante, pink, red and sweet, liqueur and sparkling addition to the famous Fondillón of Alicante.
Bodegas de Alicante
Since the creation of the Designation of Origin Alicante was approved in 1932, and in 1952 the corresponding Regulatory Council be put in place, more than 36 wineries have received this designation to market their wines complying with the regulations.
For the quality of their work and their wines, so exceptional in its contemporary concept of oenology and the wine tourism offer presented, we will focus on the Mendoza wineries, a project born in the late 70s with Enrique Mendoza, who decided to continue the tradition of the district of Marina Baixa in the production of wine for family consumption.
With hard work and passion, Enrique Mendoza has managed to turn this initiative into two wineries of different orientation, and a wine tourism complex that allows the visit of amateur and professional oenology to know the background vineyards and production secrets plus dining and wine tastings of their best experiences.
Wines of Alicante
Among the wines of Alicante abound varietal white wines of Moscatel between Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, with pale and clean tones, aromas of white flowers and an exceptional lightness, all very fresh and fruity. To see for yourself the characteristics of these wines as jovial, from Aporvino we recommend this Enrique Mendoza Chardonnay a single varietal Crianza 10 months, pale colors, smoky and aromatic notes an interesting breadth to the palate. A great way to introduce you to the world of wine from Alicante.
The most characteristic of Alicante, red wines are Monastrell. It is intense wines, powerful on the palate, very fruity and with clear roasted grapes and wood. In light, red wines of Alicante are very covered layer while nose off a wide range fruity with mineral notes. But better than reading our opinion, you can try this Enrique Mendoza Monastrell that reflects the best features of the red wines of Alicante.
Among the white wines and red wines of Alicante are rose wines, Spanish wines magnificent intense, characteristic gummy pink color that give off aromas of strawberries. It is full bodied rosé wines can be found in lighter coupages.
Designation of Origin Alicante covers other types of specific wine, such as natural sweet wines, wines of red liquor and whites, sparkling wines (most recently received by the Alicante wine industry) and the characteristic Fondillón of Alicante, which deserves a special mention.
The Fondillon of Alicante is a complex wine of great aromatic intensity and balance, with a color ranging from amber and mahogany. By bringing this wine to the nose we can perceive the intense aromas of nuts and ripe fruit. The test will check the great power of its flavor and long aftertaste, in addition to its excellent balance.
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Formato : 500 ml
EM Dolç de Mendoza is a natural sweet wine made with Monastrell from vineyards located at Finca El Chaconero, in the area of Cabezo de la Virgen (Villena). This wine is only made in very special years, as healthy grapes are needed to withstand over-ripening in the plant until they are harvested. Elegant, smooth and seductive, the aromas of red...
Estrecho Monastrell is a wine made from a single vineyard with unique characteristics and a single grape variety, the monastrell. The best wine from the best vineyard, only 300 grams of grapes are obtained from each vine. According to Pepe Mendoza the Strait is the most representative of what his Monastrell can give. An excellent wine with lots of fruit...
Formato : 750 ml (Botella)
Enrique Mendoza Santa Rosa Reserva makes tribute to Rosa Cortés, mother of the winery's founder. 93 Parker (2016) and 93 Penín (2016) It is a very balanced wine, combining power and elegance with a firm tannic load in the centre of the mouth.
Enrique Mendoza Santa Rosa Reserva makes tribute to Rosa Cortés, mother of the winery's founder. 93 Parker (2016) and 93 Penín (2016) It is a very balanced wine, combining power and elegance with a firm tannic load in the centre of the mouth.
Formato : 750 ml (Botella)
Estrecho Monastrell is a wine made from a single vineyard with unique characteristics and a single grape variety, the monastrell. The best wine from the best vineyard, only 300 grams of grapes are obtained from each vine. According to Pepe Mendoza the Strait is the most representative of what his Monastrell can give. An excellent wine with lots of fruit...
Formato : 375 ml (Media Botella)
Sequé Dulce is a fresh, powerful and expressive wine with the guarantee of Bodegas Artadi. Monovarietal Monastrell made with minimal intervention. A fortified wine, in the style of Port Wines, aged for a year in French oak barrels.
Formato : 750 ml (Botella)
Chosen as the best wine of the D.O Alicante according to the Peñín Guide in 2016 and obtained 94 Parker in its 2018 vintage. According to Wine-Searcher, the best wine in the world in terms of value for money. El Sequé is an excellent red wine from the Artadi group. Fresh, powerful, elegant and with a marked Mediterranean character.