Etim Dolc Natural by Cooperativa Falset Marca (Etim)

In the glass

Full-bodiedLow tanninMedium aciditySweetLong finish

What it pairs with

Crema catalana
The wine's caramelised and custard notes match the classic Catalan creme brulee.
Blue cheese with walnuts
The wine's sweetness and oxidative depth make a natural match with pungent blue cheese.
Chocolate and almond tarta
Dark chocolate and almond resonance bridges the wine's dried-fruit sweetness.

How to serve Etim Dolc Natural

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
Serve at 8-12°C. Cellar temperature (8-12°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
Glassware. Use a small dessert-wine glass (3-5oz pour): the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
Pair with. Crema catalana, Blue cheese with walnuts, Chocolate and almond tarta. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

Etim Dolc Natural draws on the Catalan tradition of naturally sweet wines from sun-dried Garnacha, a style with roots in the region's historic Carthusian and monastic winemaking heritage.

2005 — Etim Dolc Natural first released by Cooperativa Falset Marca

Facts

Producer: Cooperativa Falset Marca (Etim)
Grapes: Garnacha
Classification: DO Montsant
Oak: Aged in small oak casks
ABV: 15.0%
Price: €14-22 per 50cl at retail
Drinking window: 5-20 from vintage
First vintage: 2005

Frequently asked about Etim Dolc Natural

What does Etim Dolc Natural taste like?

Structurally full-bodied, low tannins, medium acidity with a long finish.

When should I drink Etim Dolc Natural?

Drink 5-20 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Etim Dolc Natural?

Crema catalana is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Blue cheese with walnuts and Chocolate and almond tarta. The wine's caramelised and custard notes match the classic Catalan creme brulee.

What grapes are in Etim Dolc Natural?

The blend is Garnacha. The wine is classified as DO Montsant.

Etim Dolc Natural