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The wine is coming from a 0.8 ha plot (Partida Torrent) located near Gratallops, dotted with almond and olive trees. The vine, previously abandoned, is mainly made up of old carignan vines planted in 1969 and arranged in a goblet style. The wine growing is carried out according to principles similar to biodynamics. Production: around 320 bottles.

Additional tasting notes

Color : Intense ruby red, with purple hues


Nose : Fruity notes (black cherry, blackberry, raspberry) opening with slightly spicy (clove) and mineral notes.


Mouth : Supple and greedy attack, opening on to a dense and delicately fruity body. A harmonious and complex wine. On the finish, a palatable minerality and fine tannins.


Alcohol level : 14,8%


Winemaking : 13 months in French oak barrels


Food pairing : Duck with potato crust, Colombo goat, pork tenderloin with olives


Aging potential : 10-15 Years

  • Country : Spain
  • Region : Priorat/Montsant
  • Producer : Meritxell Palleja
  • Appellation : Priorato doq
  • Classification alfavin : Full red
    This wine has great structure, round tannins and a lingering flavour. Moreover, it is warm, full and rich.
  • Grape : Carignan
  • Content : 75 cl
  • Type : Red
  • Wine Name : Meritxell Palleja Torrent 2016

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