2021 Anna Espelt, Garnacha, ‘Pla De Gates Negre’, Cap de Creus, Catalonia, Spain

Producer: Anna is a biologist & oenologist, She started out running  her family estate in 2005, then started her own label working with 25 hectares of vineyards collectively called Mas Mares within the  Cap de Creus nature reserve of Spain, growing the local Garnachas in proximity to the coast.

Place: The Espelt winery is just outside the village of Vilajuiga, in the Northern Emporda DO that borders France in Catalunya, The vineyard, Mas Mares lies within the Cap de Creus Nature Reserve, the vines are surrounded by the Mediterranean, exposed to salty winds from the sea & inland.

Farming: Certified organic, regenerative 

Soil: Granite, sand & clay

Varietal: Lledoner Negre- local name for Garnacha in Catalunya

Winemaking: Handharvested, partially destemmed, natural yeast fermentation in oak vats, short maceration, aged 9 months in neutral 500L & 20HL French oak barrels

Tasting Notes: Vibrant & Juicy – Cherry/Cranberry –  Fresh Herbs & Warm Spices