COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Miguel Torres
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Torres Gran Coronas Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2016 is a red wine from the Penedès DO in Catalonia, Spain, produced by Miguel Torres. Its uniqueness stems from the pioneering spirit of planting Cabernet Sauvignon in a region traditionally focused on white varieties, establishing it as a benchmark for Penedès reserva reds. The Torres family boasts a winemaking history of over three centuries, founded in 1870, known for blending tradition with innovation and a commitment to quality and the environment. The Penedès region, while historically known for white grapes and Cava, has proven its capacity for producing sophisticated red wines through the successful integration of international varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2016 vintage experienced a mild winter and wet spring, followed by a dry summer, influencing grape concentration.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pioneering Cabernet Sauvignon in Penedès since the late 1960s.
Fact 02
A benchmark for Penedès reserva red wines.
Fact 03
Torres was named European Winery of the Year in 2006.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Torres Gran Coronas Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2016 involves fermentation in small wooden tanks at controlled temperatures. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, with 30% of them being new. This aging process contributes to the wine's structure and aromatic complexity. The producer's philosophy emphasizes a blend of tradition and innovation, exemplified by their early introduction of Cabernet Sauvignon to the Penedès region, which has since become a benchmark for red wines from the appellation.
