Clos Galena

🛑 Winery: Clos Galena
📍 Region: Priorat, Catalonia, Spain
🍇 Grape varieties: Garnacha , Cariñena , Syrah , Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot
🍷 Type: Red wine
📅 Vintage: (Most recent vintage available)
🔬 Alcohol content: 14.5%
⏳ Aging: 14 months in French and American oak barrels

Tasting notes

👃 Aroma: Clos Galena is a wine of great complexity on the nose, with intense aromas of ripe black fruits such as blackberries , plums , and black cherries , accompanied by sweet spices such as cinnamon and vanilla . As it opens, notes of toasted wood , chocolate , and a subtle touch of dried herbs are appreciated, adding depth and character. The combination of these notes makes for a very attractive and well-balanced wine.
👄 Taste: On the palate, Clos Galena is characterized by its solid structure and ripe tannins , which give it a smooth and velvety sensation. The flavors of ripe fruits combine with spicy and oak notes that provide remarkable complexity . It has a well-integrated acidity that gives it freshness and balance. The finish is long , persistent , and slightly mineral , with a pleasant sensation of nuts and a touch of chocolate .
👀 Color: Intense red with violet reflections, bright, revealing its concentration and elegance .

Breeding

Clos Galena is a wine aged for 14 months in French and American oak barrels, giving it great complexity and a smooth, velvety texture . This aging process provides a well-integrated fruit aromas and oak nuances , making it ideal for those seeking a powerful yet elegant wine.

Recommended pairing

🥂 This wine is ideal with red meats , roast lamb , game dishes , aged cheeses , or meat stews . It's also excellent with rice broth or mushroom risottos . Its power and structure make it an excellent companion for dishes with strong, complex flavors.

Serving temperature

🌡️ Serve between 16-18°C to enjoy its full potential and balance.