COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Carignan, Garnatxa Peluda
PRODUCER
Celler Aixalà-Alcait
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Clivelles de l'Alzina is a red wine from Celler Aixalà-Alcait, produced in the renowned Priorat DOQ region of Spain. The wine is a blend primarily featuring Carignan and Garnatxa Peluda. The grapes are sourced from specific family vineyards: 'Les Clivelles' for Carignan, known for its old vines on slate soils, and 'Pardelassos' for Garnatxa Peluda. Celler Aixalà-Alcait is a family-run winery founded by Jordi Aixalà and Sussi Alcait, whose philosophy centers on expressing the land through organic viticulture and traditional methods, with Jordi Aixalà being a recognized viticulturist and environmental advocate. The winery's motto, 'This wine is the fruit of an illusion and the beginning of a dream,' reflects their passionate approach. The wine is distinctive for its focus on reintroducing and highlighting the Garnatxa Peluda grape, combined with aging in new oak.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Garnatxa Peluda means 'Hairy Grenache' due to the fine hairs on its leaf undersides.
Fact 02
The 'Les Clivelles' vineyard boasts old Carignan vines planted on slate.
Fact 03
This wine is a testament to a family's dream and dedication to their land.
Fact 04
Production for this specific vintage was a mere 385 bottles.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Clivelles de l'Alzina involves fermentation with natural yeasts, allowing for a more authentic expression of the grape varietals and terroir. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a 12-month aging period in new Bulgarian oak barrels, which contributes to its structure and flavor profile. The grapes are sourced from specific family vineyards, with the Carignan coming from the 'Les Clivelles' vineyard known for its old vines planted on slate soils (llicorella), and the Garnatxa Peluda from the 'Pardelassos' vineyard. All farming practices are certified organic, reflecting the winery's commitment to sustainability and traditional methods, including working the land according to inherited traditions and paying attention to lunar phases.
