Galena Magnum from Clos Galena

🛑 Winery: Clos Galena
📍 Region: Priorat, Catalonia, Spain
🍇 Grape varieties: Garnacha , Cariñena , Syrah , Cabernet Sauvignon
🍷 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 's Galena presents an intense and complex nose , revealing notes of ripe black fruits such as blackberries and plums , combined with a touch of spices such as black pepper and cloves . Aromas of dried herbs and a light floral note are also perceived, providing freshness. The barrel aging gives it nuances of wood , vanilla , and a touch of dark chocolate , which harmoniously complete its aromatic profile.
👄 Taste: On the palate, this is a wine with great structure and power , with rich , ripe tannins that give it a robust yet elegant character. Flavors of black fruits combine with spices and wood notes. Its balanced acidity brings freshness, while the finish is long and persistent , with a light minerality that reflects the Priorat terroir.
👀 Color: Intense dark red with violet reflections, which denote its concentration and youth.

Breeding

Galena has been aged for 14 months in a blend of French and American oak barrels, giving it great complexity and a smooth texture . The wood aging adds an extra layer of depth, without detracting from the wine's fruity and mineral expression.

Recommended pairing

🥂 Ideal with grilled red meats , game , stews , or cured and semi-cured cheeses . It's also perfect with pasta dishes or robust rice dishes , such as brothy rice or risottos with mushrooms or truffles. Its potency and structure make it suitable for pairing with dishes with strong and complex flavors.

Serving temperature

🌡️ Serve between 16-18°C to enjoy its maximum expression and complexity.