In the glass
What it pairs with
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Grilled squid with alioli
Fresh squid and garlic emulsion pair with the wine's citrus and mineral freshness. -
Gazpacho
The wine's fresh acidity and citrus notes complement the cold tomato soup in summer. -
Fresh goat's cheese
Tangy soft cheese highlights the wine's clean citrus and almond notes.
How to serve Les Sorts Blanc
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled squid with alioli, Gazpacho, Fresh goat's cheese. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Les Sorts Blanc was introduced by the El Masroig cooperative as a fresh, accessible white within the Les Sorts range, highlighting the Garnacha Blanca and Macabeo combination from Montsant.
- 2006 — Les Sorts Blanc first released as cooperative white expression
Facts
- Producer
- Celler el Masroig
- Grapes
- Garnacha Blanca, Macabeo
- Classification
- DO Montsant
- Oak
- Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- €10-15 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-4 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2006
Frequently asked about Les Sorts Blanc
What does Les Sorts Blanc taste like?
Structurally light-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a medium finish.
When should I drink Les Sorts Blanc?
Drink 1-4 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Les Sorts Blanc?
Grilled squid with alioli is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Gazpacho and Fresh goat's cheese. Fresh squid and garlic emulsion pair with the wine's citrus and mineral freshness.
What grapes are in Les Sorts Blanc?
The blend is Garnacha Blanca, Macabeo. The wine is classified as DO Montsant.