Matt Parish Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2021 vs Terroir Al Limit, Torroja Vi de Vila 2017

Terroir Al Limit, Torroja Vi de Vila 2017

The 2017 Torroja Vi de Vila from Terroir al Límit is a beautifully expressive Priorat red. A blend of Garnacha and Cariñena, it shows lifted aromas of red berries, herbs, and crushed stone, with subtle floral and spice notes. On the palate, it’s vibrant and refined, with fine tannins, bright acidity, and a mineral-driven finish that gives freshness and depth. Terroir al Límit was founded in 2001 by Dominik Huber and the late Eben Sadie, and has since evolved into one of Priorat’s benchmark estates. Based in the village of Torroja del Priorat, the winery works with old-vine Garnacha and Cariñena, often from steep, schist-rich vineyards that define the region’s dramatic landscape. Huber’s vision has always been to move away from the heavy, oak-laden style that once dominated Priorat, instead pursuing balance, transparency, and elegance.