Bodegas Volver
Alicante has been inhabited for over 7,000 years, and has produced wine for almost as long. In fact, archaeologists have discovered ancient Roman amphora in Alicante. Due to the hardiness of Monastrell, and the harsh climate, agriculture in this region has outlasted many plagues, including oidium and phylloxera. This south-eastern corner of Spain was always attractive to Jorge Ordóñez, who started Bodegas Volver ~ Alicante in 2009 with Rafael Cañizares after they had seen success with their project in La Mancha. Jorge was the pioneer in developing a market for Monastrell in the United States, and was the first person to introduce wines from Jumilla. His past projects in Jumilla were resoundingly successful.Located in the town of Pinoso, the winery owns 185Ha. of mostly old vine Monastrell, the most important local indigenous variety, planted between 1925 and 1979. The vines are located high in the mountains surrounding Pinoso, in a very arid, extreme climate that is challenging for the vines, but produces distinctive, intense wines. Monastrell located in such arid climate regularly reaches 15-17% natural alcohol at the point of phenolic maturity, but the cold nights (caused by the high altitudes) provide balancing acidity. Additionally, Monastrell is a grape that retains incredible natural acidity at high levels of alcohol. The vineyards are planted in soils that are primarily dominated by chunks of pure chalk. The largest marble quarry in Europe is located near the vineyards, testament to the chalky quality of the soils. These soils add a drastic minerality and elegant chalky texture to the wines. All of the vines are dry farmed and head trained.
Bodegas Volver 'Tarima' Monastrell 2020
$8.95 $10.70
James Suckling 90 “Blackberries, blackcurrants, peppercorns, chili chocolate, vanilla and black olives on the nose. Full-bodied with firm, ripe tannins. Rich, ripe and chewy. Drink now.”
Bodegas Volver Tarima 'Organic' 2020
$8.45 $9.60
Tarima made with Organic Grapes is product of some of the younger estate grown vineyards. Similarly to the vineyards in La Mancha, due to the
Bodegas Volver Single Vineyard Tempranillo 2018
$12.95 $16.00
Vinous Media 92 Saturated violet. Powerful aromas of dark berry liqueur, potpourri and vanilla, plus woodsmoke and mineral overtones. Juicy and seamless on the palate, offering
Bodegas Volver Tarima Blanco 2019
$10.95
Brilliant golden colour. In the nose we find notes of ripe fruit, pineapple, mango, peach and honey as well as hints of vanilla and spices
Bodegas Volver 'Tarima Hill' Monastrell 2018
$14.95 $18.00
Vinous Media 92 "Opaque ruby. Spice-accented dark berries, mocha, cola and pungent flowers on the highly perfumed nose. Appealingly sweet black and blue fruit and floral
Bodegas Volver Triga 2017
$37.95 $50.13
Wine Spectator 92 “This broad, generous red offers inky layers of black cherry reduction, plum paste and Earl Grey tea flavors woven together with espresso, vanilla
Bodegas Volver Madame Bobalu Bobal 2020
$7.95
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Brilliant ruby colour. In the nose crystallized fruit, sweet and subtly toasted spices thanks to the time spent in the barrel. Medium intensity in the
Bodegas Volver 'Tarima' Mediterraneo 2020
$9.95 $11.73
A blend 50/50 of Moscatel and Merseguera, resulting in a white, aromatic, exotic, lemony and refreshing wine. Very juicy and fruity, with the
Bodegas Volver Paso a Paso 2020
$8.95 $10.16
James Suckling 90 "Spicy nose of black fruit, anise, cloves, tapenade and chili chocolate. Full-bodied with broad tannins and a spicy, fleshy palate. Some salty, savory
Bodegas Volver Single Vineyard Tempranillo 2017
Blackberry and currant flavors show a ripe, syrupy character in this rich red, backed with mint, espresso and loamy earth notes. The muscular tannins are
Bodegas Volver 'Tarima Hill' Monastrell 2017
Wine Spectator 92 Top 100 Wine Value of 2020 "This bold red features a thick, rich texture, with ripe, heady flavors of currant and blackberry preserves,
Bodegas Volver Triga 2016
Wine Spectator 90 "Plush and polished, this red delivers ripe blackberry and currant flavors, supported by well-integrated tannins and fresh acidity. Notes of dark chocolate,
Bodegas Volver Single Vineyard Tempranillo 2016
Wine Spectator 90 This plush red offers bold flavors of blackberry, currant, cocoa and espresso, with well-integrated tannins and sweet-tart acidity. Generous, fruity and fresh, in
Bodegas Volver 'Tarima Hill' Monastrell 2016
Wine Spectator 91 This bold red is intense and expressive. Cassis and blueberry flavors mingle with cola, cocoa and licorice notes. Chewy tannins and balsamic acidity
Bodegas Volver 'Paso A Paso' Tempranillo 2015
"Bright violet color. Aromas of red berries, spices and dried flowers with a spicy note that is becomes pronounced as it breathes. Juicy in the
Bodegas Volver 'Tarima Hill' Monastrell 2015
Wine Spectator 92 WS TOP 100 2017 Rank 17 " This red shows grace and depth. Black cherry, plum, mineral and smoke flavors mingle harmoniously over well-integrated
Bodegas Volver Single Vinyard Tempranillo 2015
Wine Spectator 90 "Black cherry and red plum flavors mingle with cocoa and licorice flavors in this generous red. Juicy acidity keeps this lively, while well-integrated
Bodegas Volver Triga 2015
Wine Spectator 92 Dense and velvety, this red is packed with ripe blackberry, cocoa and toasty flavors, while black olive and mineral notes keep this balanced.
Bodegas Volver 'Tarima Hill' Monastrell 2014
Wine Advocate 92 "Lastly, the 2014 Tarima Hill, from Alicante, is also 100% Mourvèdre aged 20 months in French oak and from the oldest vines of
Bodegas Volver Single Vinyard Tempranillo 2014
Wine Advocate 92 "The 2014 Volver Single Vineyard comes from a parcel of vines planted in 1957 called Finca Los Juncares. It is 100% Tempranillo aged
Bodegas Volver Triga 2014
Wine Spectator 92 "This dense red delivers deep flavors of blackberry, currant, dark chocolate and tar, with muscular but well-integrated tannins and enough acidity to stay
Bodegas Volver Triga 2013
Vinous Media 92 "(aged for 22 months in new French oak barrels): Bright purple. Heady, expansive aromas of ripe black and blue fruits, incense and
Bodegas Volver Single Vinyard Tempranillo 2013
"The southern outpost of the Bodegas Volver is located in the relatively obscure, but increasingly fashionable appellation of Alicante, where they own 457 acres
Bodegas Volver 'Tarima Hill' Monastrell 2013
Vinous 91 "(made from vines that were planted between 1935 and 1970): Bright purple. An exotically perfumed bouquet displays scents of fresh black and blue fruits,
Bodegas Volver Triga 2012
Wine advocate 92 "The 2012 Triga, which reached 15.5% alcohol because in their zone 2012 has been drier and warmer than 2011, is a blend of
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