SPAIN
Les Sorts Blanc
2007 Grenache Blanc
Viticulture
| Vineyard: |
Several vineyards around El Masroig. |
| Soil Type: |
Soil is formed by the decomposition of the granite mass of Falset, mixed with tertiary age limestone deposits. |
| Vine Age: |
Older than 35, other 65 years old. |
| Irrigation: |
No irrigation |
| Harvest Date: |
First week of September 2007. |
| Yield: |
2 to 2.5 t/ha. |
Vinification:
This wine is 100% White Grenache. These grapes were selected from the oldest vineyards some of them 65 years old. Fermentation started in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and continued under temperature control in oak barrels.
The wine was aged for five months in 25% American and 75% French oak barrels, with regular bâtonnage.
Tasting Notes:
| Color: |
Clear and intense light golden color. |
| Nose: |
Intense fruit, like pear, aromatic herbs, minerals, spices and smoky lees on the finish. |
| Palate: |
Deep and rich but fresh, persistent and typical of White Grenache. It is a full bodied wine. |
| Other: |
Best enjoyed with food, flavorful dishes. |
Chemical Analysis:
| Alc (%): |
14.40 |
| RS (g/l): |
1.4 |
| TA (g/l): |
5.7 |
| pH: |
3.35 |
