SPAIN
Les Sorts Blanc
2009 Grenache Blanc
Viticulture
| Vineyard: |
several vineyards. |
| Soil Type: |
Formed by the decomposition of the granite mass of Falset, mixed with tertiary age limestone deposits. |
| Vine Age: |
Over 40 years old with other vines 65. |
| Irrigation: |
No irrigation |
| Harvest Date: |
First week of September 2009. |
| Yield: |
2.5 t/ha |
Vinification:
This wine is 100% White Grenache. The 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 controlled oak barrels.
The wine was aged for six months in new French oak barrels, with regular batonnage.
Tasting Notes:
| Color: |
Clear, bright light lemon color. |
| Nose: |
Light tropical fruits and melon, a lot of flowery, spices from the oak aging and toasty lees on the finish. Very interesting nose. |
| Palate: |
Mid bodied but fresh, persistent, ripe and typical notes for a white Grenache. Nicely balanced and structured, with a long finish, with citrucy notes in the background. |
| Other: |
This is a richer style of white wine that shows intensity and a good grip on the palate. Serve chilled with rich creamy dishes or even spicy Thai dishes. |
Chemical Analysis:
| Alc (%): |
13.60 |
| RS (g/l): |
1.4 |
| TA (g/l): |
5.55 |
| pH: |
3.45 |
