COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2014
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache Negra
PRODUCER
Pasanau
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Finca La Planeta Celler Pasanau is a red wine from the Priorat DOCa in Catalonia, Spain, produced by the family-run Celler Pasanau. The winery's vineyards are characterized by their high altitude and unique Llicorella and sandstone soils, contributing to wines with distinct personality. The Pasanau family has a long-standing viticultural heritage in the region, dedicated to expressing the terroir through their winemaking.
ALCOHOL
16.0%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards reach over 743 meters (2,400 feet) above sea level.
Fact 02
Soils are a mix of Llicorella (slate) and sandstone.
Fact 03
The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache Negra.
Fact 04
Alcohol content is a notable 16% ABV.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Finca La Planeta Celler Pasanau involves careful vineyard management, with the estate practicing organic farming. Grapes are likely hand-harvested to ensure quality. Fermentation is managed to extract color and tannins, followed by aging in oak barrels. The specific techniques employed aim to capture the essence of the Priorat terroir, resulting in a wine with significant structure and depth.
