REGION: Catalonia, Spain
VARIETIES: Cabernet Sauvignon 39% Garnacha Negra 25% Others 36%
VITICULTURE: Conventional
YEAR: 2018
ALCOHOL: 14.5%
INFO: Perelada are one of the most prestigious and highly regarded wine and cava producers from Catalonia. This family-owned Estate was built upon a winemaking tradition that stretches back to the Middle Ages.
The 5 vineyards that this wine comes from are situated around 40-150m above sea level, with an average age of vines 21 years.
A traditional red winemaking with a long maceration, controlled fermentation at 25ºC. 16 months in Bordeaux barrels, 50% fine American oak and 50% Allier French oak. Matured in bottle for at least 2 years before release.
Deep cherry red colour. Its aroma is reminiscent of red fruits and spices, with some balsamic notes and a toasted background. In the mouth it is fresh, well structured and balanced. Its tannins are plentiful but really well integrated. This is a wine with a great personality and a long finish.
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