Herencia Altes La Pilosa 2021

Herencia Altes La Pilosa 2021Herncia Alts La Pilosa 2021 is a distinguished wine from Terra Alta, Spain, a region known for its unique terroir and winemaking heritage. The vineyards are located at elevations of 390 480 meters on chalky and sandy soils, which contribute to the wine's intense mineral and fruit driven profile. The cooling breezes and extended growing season result in wines with vibrant acidity and complexity. Composition: Primarily Grenache grapes. Vine age varies

The land of this contrada was already being farmed at the time of the ancient Greeks (who lived in the settlement which would eventually become the modern-day town of Randazzo)

2018: 96 pts Wine Advocate

for la table

The Ripasso method enhances the depth and character

a challenging and cool vintage that produced lows and highs

with regular stirring

too much gives you flavors of guava

this is a blend of grapes from five soil types found in Las Compuertas

some brioche

Maceration: at least 40 days of which 25 with submerged cap

Very long and luxurious

7 hectares of mostly 50-year-old vines