At Roca, Esporreres, D.O. Montsant, red wine, 0.75l

Esporreres from the Companyia Vitícola Sileo winery is a red wine from the D.O. Montsant region in Catalonia, coming from a single vineyard planted with the Garnacha Tinta variety. The wine is built on a pure expression of terroir. Poor slate soils and a dry Mediterranean climate, which give rise to concentrated yet elegant wines with pronounced fruitiness and a mineral character.

Awards:
95 points - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
95 points - Guía Peñín

Grape variety: 100% Garnacha Tinta (Grenache)

Vineyard:
The grapes come from a single vineyard in the Cornudella de Montsant (D.O. Montsant) area. The vineyard is planted on very poor, stony soils with a high proportion of slate (licorella), which have a low water-retention capacity. This naturally limits the vine's yields and increases the concentration of the grapes. The vineyard is farmed by hand with an emphasis on respect for nature and terroir.

Ageing:
The wine ages for approximately 12 months in 500-litre French oak barrels. This style of ageing gives the wine a fine structure, light spicy notes and supports its complexity, without overpowering the fruity character of Garnacha.

Taste and aroma:
The aroma is dominated by notes of red fruit, mainly cherries and strawberries, complemented by gentle Mediterranean herbs and mineral nuances. On the palate the wine is fresh, elegant and juicy, with fine tannin and well-integrated acidity. The finish is clean, fruity and lightly mineral.

Tasting notes:
The recommended serving temperature is 14–16 °C. The wine pairs well with Mediterranean cuisine, grilled vegetables, lighter meats, pasta or tapas. Thanks to its freshness and drinkability it is also suitable for enjoying on its own.

Alcohol content: 14.5%
Country of origin: Spain, D.O. Montsant (Catalonia)