Mourvedre red wine

Published on December 8th, 2011 in Red Wines

As long as the weather is warm, Mourvèdre likes a wide variety of soils. It’s popular across the south of France, especially in Provence and the Côtes-du-Rhône, and is often used in Châteauneuf-du-Pape; Languedoc makes it as a varietal. Spain uses it in many areas, including Valencia.

In the United States it’s a minor factor now, pursued by a few wineries that specialize in Rhône-style wines. The wine can be pleasing, with medium-weight, spicy cherry and berry flavors and moderate tannins. It ages well.

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