{"id":46935,"date":"2026-03-02T09:44:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T08:44:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/uncategorized\/con-un-par-monastrell-and-finca-del-mar-monastrell-receive-91-points-from-james-suckling\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T09:44:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T08:44:29","slug":"con-un-par-monastrell-and-finca-del-mar-monastrell-receive-91-points-from-james-suckling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/en\/news-en\/con-un-par-monastrell-and-finca-del-mar-monastrell-receive-91-points-from-james-suckling\/","title":{"rendered":"Con un Par Monastrell and Finca del Mar Monastrell receive 91 points from James Suckling"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Two of our most representative single-varietal wines, <a href=\"https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/en\/producto\/con-un-par-monastrell\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Con un Par Monastrell<\/a> y <a href=\"https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/en\/producto\/finca-del-mar-monastrell\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Finca del Mar Monastrell<\/a>,They have been awarded <strong>91 points<\/strong> by international critic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamessuckling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">James Suckling<\/a>, one of the most influential voices in wine worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>This recognition is not only a source of pride for our winery, but also for the Monastrell variety and its land of origin: the <a href=\"https:\/\/vinosalicantedop.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DOP Alicante<\/a>, a historic designation where this grape reaches its maximum expression.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Who is James Suckling and why are his scores so influential?<\/h3>\n<p>James Suckling is one of the most respected wine critics. His tastings, ratings, and reviews have become a benchmark for consumers, collectors, sommeliers, and industry professionals. A score above 90 points is considered an exceptional achievement, a guarantee of quality that certifies a wine stands out for its character, balance, aromatic expression, and aging potential. Therefore, obtaining 91 points is a recognition few wines achieve, a seal that validates the effort, vision, and dedication of our entire team.   <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Monastrell: a variety with a Mediterranean soul<\/h3>\n<p>The Monastrell variety is one of the most emblematic red grapes of the Mediterranean region. Resilient, expressive, and with a unique personality, it adapts perfectly to the warm climate, calcareous soils, and low rainfall of the area. The result: intense, fruity wines with notes of ripe fruit, aromatic herbs, and a character that combines power and smoothness.  <\/p>\n<p>Our <strong>Con un Par Monastrell<\/strong> and <strong>Finca del Mar Monastrell<\/strong> wines come from the <strong>Alicante DO<\/strong> wine region, a historic area where the Monastrell variety reaches its full potential. The warm climate, calcareous soils, and low rainfall favor intense wines, full of ripe fruit and with that distinctly Mediterranean character that captivated critic James Suckling, who awarded them 91 points. The Alicante DO is renowned for its long tradition and unwavering commitment to quality, making it one of the leading regions for single-varietal Monastrell wines.  <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38199 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/conunparmonastrell-foto-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"635\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/conunparmonastrell-foto-3.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/conunparmonastrell-foto-3-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/conunparmonastrell-foto-3-768x488.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Con un Par Monastrell: the wine that combines freshness and character<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Con un Par Monastrell<\/strong> wine has won over James Suckling with its authenticity and faithful expression of the Mediterranean. A relaxed, straightforward wine with an aesthetic that reflects a bold personality, but which proves to be much more in the glass: an example of balance, intensity, and freshness. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Visual:<\/strong> Medium intensity color, with a bright, vivid, purplish-red tone.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nose: <\/strong>The aromas of candied red fruits stand out, accompanied by refreshing notes and spicy hints that add complexity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Palate:<\/strong> Powerful and with great personality on the entry. Very well structured, with a smooth and fresh texture. Its aftertaste is persistent and very pleasant, inviting you to continue enjoying the wine.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41658 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/VG_Finca_del_Mar_ext_0404-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/VG_Finca_del_Mar_ext_0404-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/VG_Finca_del_Mar_ext_0404-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/VG_Finca_del_Mar_ext_0404-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/VG_Finca_del_Mar_ext_0404-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/VG_Finca_del_Mar_ext_0404-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/VG_Finca_del_Mar_ext_0404-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Finca del Mar Monastrell: the essence of the sea breeze in every glass<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/vicentegandia.es\/wp2020\/en\/productoprincipal\/finca-del-mar-en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Finca del Mar<\/a> collection pays homage to our Mediterranean. Within this line, <strong>Finca del Mar Monastrell<\/strong> stands out for its elegant and fresh profile, where maritime style imprints a very distinctive identity. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Visual:<\/strong> It has an intense, clean and bright red color.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nose:<\/strong> Marked aromas of candied red fruits, with sweet nuances and a very Mediterranean background.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Palate:<\/strong> Intense entry, with great personality. It is a very well-structured wine, with a smooth texture and rounded tannins. Its finish is persistent, aromatic, and very pleasant, inviting you to continue enjoying it glass after glass.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Each glass of these wines reflects tradition, terroir, and a Mediterranean style that captivates palates worldwide. We invite you to discover, enjoy, and share them, because great accolades only truly matter when celebrated in good company. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Two of our most representative single-varietal wines, Con un Par Monastrell y Finca del Mar Monastrell,They have been awarded 91 points by international critic James Suckling, one of the most influential voices in wine worldwide. 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