El Senyal Blanc 2017, D.O. Terra Alta, Spain
£16.95 – £91.50
Ali & Andy McLeod, originally from Oxfordshire, purchased vineyards at Mas de Cabrera near Gandesa in 2013. Originally established in the 20th century by the Aubanell family, the vineyards are situated at an altitude of around 400m above sea level. The soils in Terra Alta are a mixture of chalk and clay, with a low content of organic material which are now farmed organically. The Mediterranean climate of this region brings ample sunshine which is tempered by two prevailing winds: the Cierzo blowing from the interior and the more humid Garbí coming from the Mediterranean – these influences help to reduce yields and produce fruit-forward concentrated grapes.
Tasting notes
The grapes come from 25-45 year old vines grown at 410m in our Mas de Cabrera vineyards in Gandesa. The younger vines are in the bottom of the valley, and the older vines on side terraces. The wine shows citrus, pear and stone fruit on the nose with a persistent creamy palate, a mineral core and long clean finish.
| ABV | 14% |
|---|---|
| Drink from | 2019 – 2025 |
| Varietal | Grenache Blanc |
| Origin | Spain |
| Producer | Celler Alimara |
| Closure | Cork |
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