Llamalo X Vestigium, Monastrell Tierra De Castilla, 2022 SO042324_Bordeaux_Spring has long been a leader

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This is grower fizz with a point of view — a great-with-food aperitif that walks straight into a bar and orders oysters

Distilled in the hills of Oaxaca using artisanal methods (roasted in earthen pits

What sets this wine apart is the complexity that comes with age

or anytime you want a white wine that feels natural

Llamalo X Vestigium, Monastrell Tierra De Castilla, 2022 SO042324_Bordeaux_Spring has long been a leaderWhat is this wine? From the Castilla La Mancha region of central Spain, this red is made from Monastrell (also known as Mourvdre in France). The Tierra de Castilla designation allows producers flexibility in sourcing grapes across the region, leading to expressive, value driven wines. Vestigium is part of the Llmalo X project, which highlights single varietal bottlings that showcase Spains diverse grape heritage. Why get this wine? Monastrell thrives