COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Garnacha, Cariñena, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Clos Galena
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Clos Galena's Galena Priorat Eco 2019 is an organic red wine from the prestigious DOQ Priorat region of Catalonia, Spain. Founded in 1999, the winery is dedicated to sustainable viticulture and expressing the unique terroir of the area, characterized by its 'licorella' slate soils and traditional terraced vineyards. The wine is a blend of Garnacha, Cariñena, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon, with low vine yields contributing to its concentrated character. The winery's philosophy centers on capturing the essence of the land through authentic and ecological farming practices.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€33
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vine yields are naturally low, often around 0.5-1 kg per vine.
Fact 02
The vineyards are planted on traditional terraces called 'costers'.
Fact 03
A Clos Galena wine was served at the Nobel Prize Dinner in 2017.
Fact 04
The winery is certified organic by the Catalan Council for Organic Agricultural Production.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Galena Priorat Eco involves hand-harvesting grapes and transporting them in small boxes. Each grape variety is fermented and macerated separately in stainless steel tanks. Following gentle pressing, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. The different varieties are then blended before aging. The wine is aged for 12 months in French and American oak barrels, followed by 24 months of bottle aging.
