2008 Monastrell has a medium garnet color and moderate intensity of earthy, forest floor and damp leaves notes with a whiff of mushrooms over plums and blueberry, plus some tar and tree bark. Very earthy / savory on the palate, it offers medium-high acid, medium-firm chewy tannins, plenty of dense full bodied flavors and a long finish. Drink it now to 2017. Importer: Southern Starz, Huntington Beach, CA; tel. (714) 892-3030