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Oz Clarke: Discover Monastrell (Pop-Up Tasting)
in London with Oz Clarke
Friday 21st November (evening)
Saturday 22nd November (afternoon)
Saturday 22nd November (evening)Free per session (Entry only with a main tasting ticket)
This is a FREE pop-up tasting
Oz Clarke: Discover Monastrell (Pop-Up Tasting)
In this free pop-up tasting Oz Clarke will pour, taste and talk to you about the Monastrell grape for 10 minutes.
Found in abundance in Southeastern Spain, wines made from Monastrell are a testament to the winemaking skill, complex terroir and, of course, glorious sun that defines this part of Spain, producing full-bodied, bold smoky red wines.
Monastrell is well-adapted to dry climates. The deep calcareous soils found across the different DOs – Alicante, Almansa, Bullas, Jumilla, and Yecla – are a perfect match for Monastrell vines. They encourage roots to penetrate deep into the earth, where there is a consistent, if relatively small water supply. While many varieties become too alcoholic or lose any elegance in sunny climes, the rich profile of typical Monastrell relies on extended, sun-kissed ripening.
Join Oz as he explores the exquisite taste of this beloved variety.
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Monastrell Spain is a non-profit association created in 2019 by five Regulatory Councils from the Southeast of Spain, from the Designations of Origin Alicante, Almansa, Bullas, Jumilla, and Yecla, who have joined forces to focus on Monastrell to make it known at a national and international level.
This is a FREE pop-up tasting
Oz Clarke: Discover Monastrell (Pop-Up Tasting)
What to Expect at this Pop Up Tasting
This Pop-up tasting is a FREE 10 minute session where Oz Clarke will explore the Monastrell grape variety through the following wines:
Viña Elena, Bruma del Estrecho de Marín 2024
Ego Bodegas, Time Waits for No One Double Skull 2024
Bodegas La Purísima, La Purísima Monastrell 2024
Santa Cruz de Alpera, Cueva del Chamán Roble Monastrell 2023
Bodegas Pinoso, Camarillas 2022
Bodega Monastrell, Valché 2020
Tasting times will be announced on the day and his pop-up tasting is held once during each main tasting session.
No need to book, just turn up with your glass!
Masterclass FAQs
Yes - to attend a masterclass you must already have purchased a main tasting ticket. You will need a separate ticket for each masterclass you attend. You can attend as many masterclasses as you wish in your 'tasting session’ and each is designed to last 35 minutes so there is plenty of time to taste in the walk around tasting too.
No need – when you buy your tickets from Eventbrite you’ll get a confirmation email immediately. This contains a QR code which we will scan when you arrive in the masterclass tasting area to give you access.
If you would like to change the masterclass you have booked to a different one please contact us at hello@wine-alive.com and if we have availability in the one you wish to attend we will swap your ticket.
Do come and ask at reception if there are any masterclass tickets available. However, they do sell out quickly so booking ahead is advised.
In the event that you are not able to attend our live wine festivals and masterclasses we will offer you a refund on tickets up to 30 days before the event. WineAlive charges a £5 administration fee for every ticket refunded. Alternatively, you may pass your ticket to a friend to use in your place (providing, of course, that they are over 18 years of age). Please email hello@wine-alive.com if for any reason you need a refund on your ticket(s).
All our venues have good disabled access. If you have any queries about access at specific venues, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at hello@wine-alive.com and we’ll work with you to make it work for you.
There are many spittoons placed around the tasting room and we ask you to use them. Table top spittoons are laid out for the masterclasses. There are also water stations with copious quantities of water and we encourage you to stay hydrated. We are keen that everyone enjoys themselves but we urge everyone to sip splendidly and taste responsibly. For more information please visit drinkaware.co.uk. We reserve the right to refuse alcohol to anyone who we feel has over-imbibed.
Since there is alcohol being served we do not permit access to anyone under the age of 18. This includes no access for buggies or babes in arms.