In the glass
Aroma: red cherry, cedar, spice, savoury herb
Palate: red berry, fine tannin, tobacco, medium finish
Tempranillo-Cabernet-Garnacha Reserva from organic Pinord. Catalan everyday red reference.
What it pairs with
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Roast lamb with herbs
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Lamb and herb-driven mid-weight red are a Catalan classic. -
Catalan butifarra grilled
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Local sausage and Tempranillo-led blend are easy partners. -
Aged Manchego
Sheep's-milk salt sharpens red fruit and softens tannin. -
Charcuterie board
Cured meats and red-berried Tempranillo blends pair naturally.
History
Tempranillo-Cabernet-Garnacha Reserva from organic Pinord. Catalan everyday red reference.
- 1992 — First Clos Torribas release
Facts
- Producer
- Pinord
- Grapes
- Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Garnacha
- Classification
- DO Penedes
- Oak
- Ageing in French oak barriques
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 12 to 20 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1992
- Biodynamic
- Biodynamic Practicing
- Organic
- CCPAE
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Clos Torribas Reserva
What does Clos Torribas taste like?
Red cherry, cedar, spice and savoury herb on the nose; red berry, fine tannin, tobacco and a medium finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with medium tannin and acidity.
When should I drink Clos Torribas?
Drink 3 to 10 years from vintage. A 20 to 30 minute opening lifts the herb and red-fruit notes.
Is Clos Torribas vegan?
Yes. Pinord uses vegan fining.
What food pairs with Clos Torribas?
Roast lamb with herbs is the canonical pairing. Catalan butifarra grilled, aged Manchego, and charcuterie board are equally strong.
What grapes are in Clos Torribas?
Tempranillo-Cabernet-Garnacha blend from CCPAE-organic estate vineyards.