Castillo Perelada 5 Finques (Fincas) Reserva 2020 vs Felino Malbec 2023
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £17.99 | £17.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Castillo Perelada | Felino |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Garnacha | Malbec |
| Country | Spain | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Castillo Perelada 5 Finques (Fincas) Reserva 2020
Castillo Perelada 5 Finques Reserva is a flagship red from one of Catalunya's most prestigious family estates — a producer with winemaking roots stretching back to the Middle Ages. Blending fruit from five distinct vineyards across DO Empðordà, from slate slopes to sandy plains and gravel, this is a wine of genuine complexity, personality, and a long, elegant finish. A SWA 2025 Silver medal winner. Why You'll Love It Perelada helped establish DO Empóordà in the 1960s and remains one of its defining producers. The estate's vineyards run from the Pyrenees down to the Mediterranean coast, planted on a remarkable diversity of soils that give the 5 Finques its layered character. Committed to sustainable agriculture, culturally engaged — the estate hosts a celebrated summer music festival — and producing wines of real ambition, Perelada is a producer worth knowing. Vineyard & Production Sourced from five vineyards between 40 and 150 metres above sea level, with an average vine age of 21 years. Soils range from slate and gravel to sandy plains and fluvial sediment, each contributing distinct flavours and aromatics. The wine is made with extended maceration and controlled fermentation at 24°C, then matured in a combination of American and Allier French oak before at least two years of bottle ageing prior to release. Tasting Notes Deep cherry-red in colour. Aromas of red fruits and spice on the nose, with balsamic hints and a subtle toasted background. The palate is fresh, well-structured, and balanced, with plentiful yet harmonious tannins and a long, elegant finish. A wine of great personality. Perfect Pairings Excellent with young and mature red meats, roast lamb, aged cheeses, and even dark chocolate. A versatile Reserva that works equally well at the dinner table or as a contemplative glass on its own. The Blend Garnacha Negra 36%, Cabernet Sauvignon 19%, other varieties 45% — DO Empóordà, Catalunya, Spain. Sustainable viticulture. American and French oak. 75cl bottle.
Felino Malbec 2023
Paul Hobbs first visited Mendoza in 1989, crossing the Andes from Chile and instantly captivated by the region, its people, and its potential for producing outstanding wines. He began experimenting with wild-fermented Chardonnay and Malbec, the grape that would later become Argentina’s signature variety. His first 10-barrel vintage of Malbec impressed the American press, highlighting the potential of the region. In 1999, he established Viña Cobos , focusing on authentic expressions of Mendoza’s terroirs. Today, the winery produces elegant and balanced wines that reflect meticulous vineyard management and deep respect for the land. Viticulture The vineyards are located in Valle de Uco and Luján de Cuyo at altitudes ranging from 2,780 to 4,800 feet. The semi-desert climate, with its strong sunlight and wide diurnal temperature shifts, produces grapes with concentrated flavours and natural acidity. Winemaking The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with a combination of selected and native yeasts in 8- and 17-ton closed-top stainless-steel tanks. The wine is then aged in American oak barrels for nine months and bottled in February. No fining is applied, preserving the wine’s natural purity. Tasting Note This Malbec shows a deep red colour with violet tones. The nose is expressive, revealing aromas of plum, blueberries, menthol, and subtle floral notes. On the palate, it is concentrated yet balanced, juicy, pure, and finishes long and elegant. Food Matching This wine pairs beautifully with a charcuterie board with cheese, stuffed pasta, skirt steak, or loin cuts, but it is also versatile enough to accompany a wide range of dishes. Technical Details Varieties: Malbec 100%
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