Finca Viladellops Garnatxa & SMC 2005

Winemaker’s Notes:
Harvested between October 8 (Garnatxa and Syrah) and October 20 (Marcelan), the grapes are all hand-picked and sorted. Moderate summer temperatures resulted in slow ripening of the fruit (optimum maturity 7 to 14 days later than normal) leading to increased complexity and depth of flavor.

Color: Dark ruby.
Nose: Fruity and spicy, reminiscent of ripe blackberries and cherries.
Palate: Silky and juicy with soft tannins providing firm grip, yet not an overpowering structure.

Technical:
Appellation: Gurraf Massis, Penedès
Grape Variety: Garnacha (40%), Merlot (30%), Marcelan (10%), Cariñena (10%), Syrah (10%)
Alcohol: 13.7%
Cellaring: 6 months in French Oak barrels
Tartaric Acidity: 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.