Finca Viladellops 2004

Winemaker’s Notes:
The vineyards, 15 kilometers inland from the Mediterranean are located on Calcareous Hill with soils rich in marine fossils – ideal for these traditional grape varieties.

Color: Dense purple.
Nose: Ripe blackberries and cherries.
Palate: Bright entry gives way to a velvet mouthfeel full of dark berry fruit & spicy herbs.

Technical Information:
Appellation: Garraf Massis, Penedès
Grape Variety: Garnacha (30%), Syrah (43%), Marcelan (27%)
Alcohol: 13.7%
Cellaring: 12 months in French oak barriques
Tartaric Acid: 5.2 g /liter
Residual Sugar: 2.0 g/liter
pH: 3.32

The Romans were the first to cultivate grapes on the Iberian Peninsula, now the 3rd largest exporter of wine in the world. Spain is a mosaic of terrains and climates, from the arid South to wet Northern regions. Originally known for their bold reds (Riojas), Spanish vinters now produce an array of exquisitely crafted wines that are among the finest in the world.