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Located in the northern province of Toledo, OJ Méntrida extending over an area of over 13,000 ha of sandy land sharply.

The Mediterranean climate is continental and dry extremes, with sizeable swings thermal annual and irregular rains that rarely reach 400 mm average. Under these conditions, dominates the ink variety Garnacha, which occupies over 80% of the vineyard. As has been the variety which has been traditionally cultivated in the area, currently, most strains are old and with low production, resulting in some high quality grapes, whose preparations are obtained excellent rose wine with aromas fruity, pleasant and excellent color palate, and young reds high expression for its rich in tannins and colouring matter. The remaining area is occupied by other red varieties welcome in the new regulation Regulatory Board, as are the Cencibel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah and a small proportion of white varieties (Albino, Macabeo, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc).

ITS HISTORY

Although some studies indicate that Casarrubios can have a Celtic origin, the village of Casarrubios, originating from s.XII, retains a medieval streets, is a town of great historical value. In its vicinity there are important Roman ruins and remnants Visigoths. He was also occupied by the Arabs and this time are the Alcazar, or Castle Walls Terrero.

It was reconquered by Alfonso VI somewhat earlier than the city of Toledo (1085), starting at repoblarse the area in mid-twelfth century. From here was when they arrived Nordic came to the peninsula to fight Islam, which could cause the current name of the village "Casa de los Rubio."

He earned the title "LEAL AND FEEL Villa", "Fair" by Alfonso VIII granted by the merits of their children at the battle of Las Navas de Tolosa and "Faithful" given by Philip V in 1717 to remain at your service.

Undoubtedly the most memorable historic event occurred in the early s.XV, when Philip III came to hold courts and to visit the kingdom of Portugal. Upon arrival in this town, in November 1619, the monarch was sharpened the indisposition which had already suffered in Talavera. In Casarrubios increased its seriousness to the point that the parish priest of this town, gave the per diem. During his stay was formed large apparatus courtier-religious. Once recovered and improved, Philip III departed with his court to Madrid on December 3, taking the body of San Isidro.

WHAT TO SEE?

- Ruins of its walls and the Castle:
Data from S.XIV, built entirely of brick and mortar (only in the province of Toledo). It's architectural work with Mudejar military trace a square and four towers.

- Parish Church of the Nativity of St. Mary:
Data from S.XVI Herrera style, the tower located at the foot of the temple, is brick on the basis of ashlar stone and consists of four bodies. Recently there has created a museum in the parish on display objects of great artistic value.

- Ruins of St. Andrew:
In the Tower Mocha, the only element standing can be seen tinkering Renaissance. XIII Century.

- Convent of Santa Cruz de Religious Bernardas Recoletas of the Cistercian order of:
In the convent can be seen table of the Blood of Christ and an important shrine.

- Roll justice Gothic style or pillory: It dates back to the fourteenth century Gothic.

- Hermitage:
Currently dedicated to the Virgin of Health, in their environment there is a Sacred Heart and a garden stroll.

- Palace of the lords or Casarrubios counts of Miranda:
It is the fifteenth century Gothic structure, with a beautiful home from the time of the Catholic Monarchs, prior to the conquest of Granada.

Wineries

Wineries la Cerca, SA
Lepanto, s/n - 45950 Casarrubios del Monte (TO) Tel.: 91 817 24 56 / 91 690 50 46 Lepanto, s / n - 45950 Casarrubios Mount (TO) Tel.: 91 817 24 56 / 91 690 50 46
Brands: "Mr Cecilio" red and pink (variety Garnacha), "Old Mill", "The Grandfather".
Cooperativa Ntra. Cooperative Ntra.Sra. Mrs. de Gracia de Gracia
Extramuros, s/n - 45950 Casarrubios del Monte (TO) Tel. Outside, s / n - 45950 Casarrubios Mount (TO) Tel.y fax: 91 817 25 31 and fax: 91 817 25 31
Actual not bottled.

Wineries Rate Varrilado SA (Tavasa)
Ctra. Rd. Nacional V, Km. National V, Km.40,700 - 45950 Casarrubios del Monte (TO) Tel.: 902 40 70 05 / 91 817 09 05 40700 to 45950 Casarrubios Mount (TO) Tel.: 902 40 70 05 / 91 817 09 05
Brands:"Heredad Casarrubios of" red (Cencibel variety), "Divine Tavasa" pink (variety Garnacha) and white (variety macabeo), and "Monte Coto" red (Cencibel variety).

Buys

The wines of the area are among the products of the land is obliged to buy when visiting this town.

WHAT EAT?

Accompanying the good wine from the area are presented based on solid stews small game, suckling pig or lamb.

INTERESTING DATS

Celebrations:

• Holy Week processions solemn Holy Thursday and Easter Sunday.Representation of the Passion on Saturday of Glory
• April Fair: It celebrates a weekend fair April, with installation of booths, parades of horses watched in costumes, etc. ...
• Virgen de la Salud, the first Sunday in May
• Christ of Humility, second Sunday in May
• San Isidro, the patron saint of Mount Casarrubios, May 15
• Schutzheiligenfest, from 8 to September 17
• Virgen de Gracia, September 13

Teléfonos: Telephones:

• Municipalities: 91 817 21 31 / 91 817 20 07 E-mail: casarrubios-monte@local.jccm.es
• Ambulatory: 91 817 24 50

Services:

• Centre Polyvalent
• Housing guardianship
• Local Police
• Civil Protection
• Municipal Library
• Grouping of Courts