2018 Secrets De Mar Blanc Clos Galena, Priorat, Spain

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2018 Secrets De Mar Blanc Clos Galena, Priorat, Spain The Wine: 70% Grenache Blanc and 30% Macabeu from the Terra Alta D.O of northern Spain. The region, located about 50 KM from Priorat and about 70 KM West of the Mediterranean Sea is home to some beautiful vineyards with a focus on native Catalonain varietals such as Macabeu. The wine was fermented and aged all in stainless steel to preserve freshness and acidity. The vineyard is organically grown and yields are kept lower to increase the wines intensity. Less than 1,000 cases made. The Estate: Clos Galena is a family-owned winery located near El Molar in Priorat. Owners Miguel and Merche Perez produce small quantities of distinct and terroir-driven wines from the rug- ged and isolated hills of Priorat. The 11 acres of vineyards are planted to Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cari- gnan, Syrah, Viognier and Grenache blanc. The Clos Galena Estate also recently purchased land in the Terra Alta region , just south of Priorat and planted it with Grenache, Macabeu, Carinyena, Syrah,and Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery practic- es organic viticulture and yields are exceptionally low to create wines of authenticity that are expressive of this unique land. Tasting Notes: Color: light champagne gold Aromas: pear, jicama, wild flowers and mineral Flavor & Texture: crisp peach and pear with hints of citrus; the flavors are clean and dry with acidity that cleanses the pal- ate Food Pairing: ceviche made from scallops, shrimp, jalapeno, lime juice and cilantro -Drink Now Through 2022- www.quigleyfinewines.com.

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