COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Carinyena Negra, Garnatxa Negra, Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Celler Martí Fabra
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Celler Martí Fabra is located at the historic Masia Carreras estate in Sant Climent Sescebes, with winemaking roots dating back to the 12th century. Revitalized in 1990 by Joan Fabra, the estate is dedicated to preserving ancestral old vines of Carinyena and Garnatxa planted on the barren, acidic slate slopes of Alt Empordà. This rugged terroir, heavily influenced by the fierce, dry Tramuntana wind, shapes wines of immense character, balancing intense Mediterranean warmth with a distinct mineral tension.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The estate's vineyards are located at the Masia Carreras, where winemaking history dates back to the 12th century.
Fact 02
The fierce, cold Tramuntana wind naturally protects the vines from pests and concentrates the grape sugars.
Fact 03
The vines used for this blend are between 40 and 80 years old, planted on steep, acidic slate soils.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for Selecció Vinyes Velles are harvested by hand from vines aged between 40 and 80 years, and transported in small 15 kg boxes to prevent premature crushing. Following destemming, fermentation takes place under temperature control in stainless steel and concrete vats. The wine is then aged for 12 months in oak casks and barrels, allowing the firm tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon and the concentrated old-vine Carinyena and Garnatxa to integrate beautifully.
