MASOS DE GUADALEST | MAS DE LA MONA 2024 75cl

The Mas de la Mona 2024 is a Chardonnay born on the slopes guarding the Masos farmhouses, where the grapes ripen under a bright Mediterranean sky. A white wine that looks out at the sea from a distance and drinks in the silence of the interior, combining fruity power, elegance, and patient aging in French oak. It is a wine that honors its origin and celebrates the nobility of a variety capable of transforming into pure harmony.

Characteristics

Winery: Masos
Appellation: D.O.P. Alicante
Wine type: Barrel-fermented white wine
Grape variety: 100% Chardonnay
Vintage: 2024
Qualified Vintage: Excellent by D.O.P. Alicante
Vineyard: Slopes near the farmhouses · Harvest at the end of August at optimal ripeness
Soil: Predominantly Mediterranean textures that favor balance and freshness
Climate: Rainy spring · Dry and stable summer
Winemaking: Fermentation in medium-toasted French oak barrels
Aging: 10 months in barrel with temperature and humidity control
Alcohol content: 13–13.5% vol. approx.
Format: 75 cl

Tasting Notes

Clean and bright yellow color, adorned with lemon-yellow reflections that hint at vibrancy. On the nose, it is expressive and varietal, with an intensity that combines tropical fruit, white stone fruit, and a delicate toasted nuance from its aging in French oak. On the palate, it has a silky entry, generous volume, and a long, balanced, and elegant finish. A Chardonnay that breathes Mediterranean light.

Pairing

Perfect with oily fish, seafood, small game, and aged cow's cheeses. Its structure and breadth also allow it to accompany creamy dishes or more complex Mediterranean preparations. Serve between 9 and 12 ºC.

The Mas de la Mona 2024 is a white wine that encapsulates the spirit of the farmhouse and the Mediterranean: silky, aromatic, and full of character. A wine that embraces Mediterranean gastronomy and enhances it with its luminous presence.