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· General information:
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Camino Cruz de Leandro, 36, |
| 38359, El Sauzal. Tenerife. |
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Superficie: 15 hectáreas.
Production: 1000hl barriles.
Denominación de Origen: Denominación de Origen Tacoronte-Acentejo.
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| · General description: |
The Vineyard
Our vineyard stands some 500 metres above sea level in el Sauzal, at a spot known as La Hollera, on stony yet rich volcanic soil that time has helped to fashion.
The steep terrain makes mechanised cultivation unfeasible and it is man’s hand that tends the vines. The sun that beats down from the early hours of the morning together with the soft sea breeze that blows add up to a very special microclimate for vine-growing.
Producing 1,500 vines per hectare and an average age of 50, our vines grow along the ground for eight months before being raised up onto wooden stakes that support them until the grapes are picked.
We grow Listan Negro, Listan Blanco and Negramoll, three varieties of grapes that gives our wines their original characteristics. We also experiment with a great many other pre-phylloxera varieties bequeathed by our forebears.
The Winery
The landscape all around the winery is a delight to behold: vineyards, mountains, the sea and the sun. It is a perfect spot to live and nurture our wines.
Built by my father back in 1956, the bodega was modernised in 1983 but still holds the original oak barrels where the traditional red wine is left to ferment and mature. Age-old practices go hand in hand with modern-day technology.
The winery accommodates our grape harvesting requirements with its capacity to hold 120,000 litres. The seven-person team working in the winery maintains the guiding principles and the loving care that this vocation so deservedly demands.
Our Wines
Our wines area a reflection of the traditional grape varieties used to blend them and the soil they grow in. They are mostly red wines with an original personality that can make them quite difficult to clasify at times.
They all have an attractive colour and mineral and fruit aromas thar are fresh, full and bursting with life. They are wines that match the land they spring from.
All of our labels are part of a limited production of wine that is bottled and individually numbered under de Denomination of Origin Tacoronte-Acentejo. |
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Guide tour
Surrounded by a familiar, countryside atmosphere, we reserve this spot for groups who are interested in visiting the vineyards and the cellar. |
| Reservation needed: no. |
| Contact: Felipe Monje. |
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In our wine cellar we have created a very special spot for all wine lovers to visit.
Organising wine tastings, business meetings, social and cultural events, video conferences, exhibitions, etc. With a capacity for 125 people.
The wine and the atmosphere will make sure your visit turns out to be unforgettable.
Lunch
In Bodegas Monje we have arranged a dining room for any type of celebration or ceremony.
It is always at your service and will be open exclusively to attend your group. The courses are all home-made by yhe owner wife, Dolores, and they will serve you pleasantly.
Shop
Where you will find all Bodegas Monje products. |
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