COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Parellada
PRODUCER
Miguel Torres
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Torres Gran Viña Sol Chardonnay is a white wine from the Penedès region of Catalonia, Spain, produced by Miguel Torres. It is a blend primarily of Chardonnay with a smaller proportion of Parellada. The wine is recognized as a pioneer for its cask-fermentation technique in Spain, contributing to a style that is deeper and denser than typical Spanish white wines. Familia Torres, the producer, is a renowned winemaking family with a long history of uniting tradition with innovation. The Penedès region, while famous for Cava, also offers a distinctive terroir for still wines like this Chardonnay.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Gran Viña Sol was one of the first Spanish Chardonnays to be cask-fermented.
Fact 02
The wine is vegan-friendly.
Fact 03
Familia Torres has been making wine for over 140 years.
Fact 04
Miguel Torres was instrumental in modernizing Spanish wine production.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Torres Gran Viña Sol Chardonnay involves a combination of fermentation techniques. A portion of the Chardonnay grapes is fermented in French oak barrels, contributing to the wine's complexity and subtle oak notes, while the remainder is fermented in stainless steel tanks to maintain freshness. The wine then undergoes a period of maturation in French oak. This approach aims to create a well-balanced white wine with aromatic depth and an elegant texture, reflecting both the varietal character and the influence of its winemaking process.
