Priorat
Catalan wines remain an example to follow in the world of wine. Among its multiple designations of origin are a variety of wines and champagnes, all with a common denominator: the excellent quality of the cultivation, processing and production.
Designation of Origin Priorat, covering wine territories of the province of Tarragona, is consid...
Priorat
Catalan wines remain an example to follow in the world of wine. Among its multiple designations of origin are a variety of wines and champagnes, all with a common denominator: the excellent quality of the cultivation, processing and production.
Designation of Origin Priorat, covering wine territories of the province of Tarragona, is considered one of the most iconic names in Catalonia, given its category of "appellation of origin" in recognition of its high quality.
The vineyards in the O.D. Priorat are set on slate floors in a mountainous area with steep slopes, called "costers". The climate in this area is mild, with large variations in temperature between day and night, and little rainfall.
Priorat wines
In the O.D. Priorat red wines, white, pink and generous wine are produced.
• The red wines are predominant in the O.D. Priorat, made mainly of the Carignan grape, also Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. These wines are a very maroon cover layer, intense and complex aromas and roturno, meaty, dense, deep flavor.
• Pink Priorat wines are also made with grenache.
• The white wines of Priorat are less common in this area, while maintaining the level of quality that distinguishes the denomination. They are made from grapes Grenache, Macabeo and Pedro Ximénez
Knowing the Priorat
In the land of Catalonia we found the opportunity to get to know their vineyards and wineries through visits, stays and tastings organized where we can enjoy various activities related to oenology. In this natural setting us opens a world of possibilities how to spend the weekend in rural luxury accommodations, apartments and campsites, visit agrostores and museums and, of course, enjoy the wine festivals organized throughout the year .
The Priorat parties are closely linked to the world of enology given the deep tradition in the area. In the months of May, July, August, September, November and December various exhibitions and wine fairs where you can taste local products and other nearby regions are organized. In the months between spring and late autumn we can arrange visits to Priorat to enjoy these regional events.
Bodegas del Priorat and the best wines of Priorat
Alvaro Palacios
Alvaro Palacios arrives in 1989 to this famous region associated with some level of René Barbier, with the aim of creating wines that convey the unique character of Priorat. With a vineyard of 30 hectares in which grow Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon grapes cariñenay among other varieties, the wines of the winery Alvaro Palacios are fresh and round.
A clear example of the quality of the winery Alvaro Palacios Les Terrasses this red wine, a blend of Cabernet, Carignan, Grenache and Syrah. This wine shows a cherry color that demonstrates smell aromas of red and black fruits. The palate is fresh and powerful, with good acidity.
morlanda
This winery began its history in 1997 in Bellmunt de Priorat, on a farm of 82 hectares among which are some vineyards between 20 and 80 years old. Intending to shape the character of the land in their wines, focus on getting the authenticity of the taste of the predominant grapes: Carignan and Ganacha.
One of the most renowned wines of Bodegas Morlanda Morlanda is made from Grenache and Carignan 50%. This shows a red teardrop dense and dark cherry red color. The nose denotes the complexity of its aromas of red and black fruits and fine woods, chocolate and coffee. The palate is powerful, rich and fruity, with good acidity and ripe tannins.
We invite you to taste the great wines with the Designation of Origin Priorat impels us year after year. In our online wine shop Aporvino can find a variety of Catalan wines among which we also offer wines of Priorat. You can consult your doubts now and buy online wine sure is right.
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