Perelada Finca La Garriga 2021
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Perelada Finca La Garriga 2021
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The wine Perelada Finca La Garriga is crafted from over 50-year-old Samsó (aka Carignan) vines, the oldest on the Perelada estate, located in the northern Catalan region of L'Empordà.
Typically, wines made from young Carignan vines are not terribly exciting. However, as the vines grow older their capacity to convey a distinctive sense of place increases exponentially.
This varietal Spanish red wine from Castillo Perelada is sourced from vineyards with clay-limestone soils that have very low levels of organic matter and are covered with sand and gravel. Located near the French border, the vines are constantly swept by a harsh northern wind called Tramuntana.
Harvested by hand, the grapes were fermented, macerated for a long period of time in stainless steel tanks. This vegan wine was then aged for 18 months in new, fine-grain American oak barrels.
After that, the wine Perelada Finca La Garriga 2021 from DO Empordà was aged for some time in the bottle prior to its release.
Decant this Crianza red wine a minimum of 1 hour before drinking.
| Appearance | The wine Perelada Finca La Garriga is deep ruby with a garnet rim. |
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| Nose | This varietal Carignan shows real complexity. Exuberant notions of raisins, blackcurrants and cranberries, combined with aromas of Jamaica pepper, cocoa, fine wood, withered leaves and some deep, compelling mineral undertones. |
| Palate | This red wine from Castillo Perelada is fresh and meaty, with a smooth body and a substantial volume. Juicy notes of red fruit, cocoa, sweet spices, notes of toast and deep mineral remembrances. Crisp acidity and long finish with the slightly rugged, earthy note typical of the wines from Empordà. |
| Our personal opinion | Slowly reaching its peak, the wine Perelada Finca La Garriga 2021 has some very good years ahead of it. |
| OTHER VINTAGES | Perelada Finca La Garriga 2020: Enterwine 91. Peñín 92. Perelada Finca La Garriga 2018: Enterwine 91. Perelada Finca La Garriga 2017: 92 punts Enterwine. 91 punts Peñín. Perelada Finca La Garriga 2016: Enterwine 92. Guía Peñín 91. Decanter WWA 2022 - Silver Medal. Perelada Finca La Garriga 2015: Enterwine 90. Peñín 91. Perelada Finca La Garriga 2012: Enterwine: 90. Peñín 91. Perelada Finca La Garriga 2011: Peñín 91. Gold Bacchus. Gold Medal-Sélections Mondiales de Vins (Canada) 2015. Guia de Vins de Catalunya-9,55/10 (Blind tasting). Perelada Finca La Garriga 2010: Proensa Guide 2014-91. |
| Year | 2021 |
| Type | Red |
| D.O. | Empordà |
| Bottle size | 75 cl |
| Serving tempurature | 15-17ºC |
| Should this wine be decanted? | One hour before serving |
| Does this wine follow the guidelines of biodynamic Farming? | No |
| Organic | No |
| Is this product free of sulfites? | No |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Ageing | Crianza |
| Type of ageing | Months in American oak barrels |
| Number of months aged in Barrels | 18 |
| Enterwine's Score | 92 |
| Media rating | 92 |
| Mono-Varietal | Samsó |
| Pairings | Birds, Cured cheeses, Game animals, Grilled red meats, Mushrooms, Paté, Red meat with gravy, Rice with meat, Risotto, Roasted foods, Specialty Spanish prosciutto , Stews |
| Taste | Silky and intense, Tasty with barrel notes |
| Occasion | Business dinner, Dinner with friends, Family reunion, To bring to an engagement |
