COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Ull de Llebre, Syrah
PRODUCER
Cooperativa d'Artesa de Segre
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
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ABOUT THIS WINE
Artesià Vi Negre is a red wine from the Cooperativa d'Artesa de Segre, produced in the Artesa de Segre sub-zone of the Costers del Segre DO in Catalonia, Spain. The cooperative operates under the winery name Celler del Montsec. This wine is a 'vi negre jove,' a young red wine, suggesting it prioritizes fresh fruit expression. The vineyards are situated at high altitudes, between 350 and 700 meters, benefiting from the region's continental climate with significant temperature variations. The cooperative was instrumental in the establishment of the Costers del Segre DO in 1988 and is committed to producing wines that reflect their unique pre-Pyrenean landscape.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Artesià' directly references its place of origin: Artesa de Segre.
Fact 02
Costers del Segre DO was established in 1988, with this cooperative playing a key role.
Fact 03
The region experiences hot summers and cold winters, creating ideal conditions for grape ripening.
Fact 04
The wine is classified as a 'vi negre jove,' meaning it's a young red wine.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Artesià Vi Negre is produced by Cooperativa d'Artesa de Segre, operating as Celler del Montsec. The winery utilizes modernized facilities for wine production. As a 'vi negre jove,' the winemaking process likely emphasizes the preservation of fresh, primary fruit characteristics. This suggests fermentation is managed to retain vibrancy, and aging is minimal, often avoiding significant oak influence, to ensure the wine is approachable and fruit-forward in its youth. The cooperative's members adhere to sustainable viticulture practices in their vineyards.
