COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Garnacha Blanca
PRODUCER
Celler Bàrbara Forés
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Bàrbara Forés Abrisa't is a 2021 white wine from the DO Terra Alta region of Catalonia, Spain, made exclusively from 100% Garnacha Blanca grapes. The wine is produced by Celler Bàrbara Forés, a family winery founded in 1898, now led by Manuel Sanmartín and Carmen Ferrer. The winery is committed to organic practices and minimal intervention. This wine stands out for its revival of ancient winemaking techniques, specifically its aging process. The vineyards are located between 350 and 600 meters above sea level, benefiting from the region's climate. The 2021 vintage was marked by favorable conditions, resulting in grapes with good sugar and acidity balance.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Aged in traditional clay amphorae.
Fact 02
Revives ancient winemaking practices.
Fact 03
Certified organic viticulture.
Fact 04
Limited production of only 720 bottles.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Bàrbara Forés Abrisa't involves a 10-day period of skin maceration for the Garnacha Blanca grapes. Following maceration, the wine is aged for six months on its lees within amphorae. This method is a deliberate revival of traditional winemaking techniques. The grapes are sourced from vineyards situated between 350 and 600 meters above sea level. The winery adheres to certified organic viticulture practices.
