Jorge Piernas
Jorge Piernas produces Monastrell from Murcia, Spain's southeastern wine region. The winery's portfolio centers on this native dark-skinned variety, which thrives in the region's warm, arid climate. Juan Piernas Finca El Paso Malo Monastrell and Antonio Piernas Monastrell both achieve 92-point average ratings from prestige critics including Wine Advocate and Decanter, demonstrating the caliber of fruit and winemaking at the estate. El Banquete de Platón Monastrell rounds out the core range at 88.5 points. Monastrell—known for its deep color, ripe stone fruit, and structured tannins—finds particular expression in Murcia's terroir, where the variety has deep roots. These wines reflect the region's continental conditions and the winery's focus on varietal authenticity.
Critics
Wine Advocate, Decanter