COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Garnacha Blanca, Picapoll, Pansá, Macabeo
PRODUCER
Celler Cal Pla SL
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Mas d'En Compte Blanc is a white wine produced by Celler Cal Pla SL in the DOQ Priorat region of Catalonia, Spain. The wine is crafted from a blend of Garnacha Blanca, Picapoll, Pansá, and Macabeo. Celler Cal Pla is a historic, family-owned winery founded in 1814, now in its seventh generation, with a philosophy centered on vineyard work. Priorat is a region primarily known for its red wines, with white wine production being a small but significant part of its output. The distinctive 'Llicorella' slate soils are a key feature of the region's terroir.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Priorat is one of only two regions in Spain with the highest wine appellation status (DOQ).
Fact 02
White wines make up less than 2% of Priorat's total production.
Fact 03
The 'Llicorella' slate soils are a defining characteristic of Priorat's unique terroir.
Fact 04
This wine is sometimes compared to a 'Spanish Burgundy' for its complexity and aging potential.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Mas d'En Compte Blanc involves hand-harvesting the grapes, followed by a one-day maceration on the skins. Fermentation takes place in large oak barrels or stainless steel tanks, often utilizing natural yeasts. The wine then undergoes aging for 6 to 8 months on its lees in oak barrels, with a substantial portion of new French and American oak used. Celler Cal Pla's approach prioritizes vineyard health and minimal intervention.
