Terroir Al Limit : Terra de Cuques Blanc 2023

Characteristics and tasting notes of Terra de Cuques Blanc 2023 by Terroir Al Limit

Tasting

Appearance
This white wine reveals a bright and slightly deep robe, adorned with delicate golden highlights.

Nose
Particularly expressive, the aromatic bouquet opens with lovely notes of yellow fruits, pollen and Mediterranean aromatic herbs.

Palate
The attack is lively, bright and saline, offering a generous matter with a delicate texture. The palate develops flavourful notes of ripe citrus and Mediterranean herbs, supported by a stony minerality. The finish is taut, with an almost iodine touch.

Food and wine pairings
This cuvée pairs wonderfully with delicate fish such as sole meunière with lemon, a seafood risotto, or white meats such as roast chicken with herbs or sweetbreads in persillade.

Serving and cellaring
To fully appreciate Terra de Cuques Blanc 2023, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 13 and 15 °C. This wine has fine ageing potential and can be enjoyed until around 2029.

The elegance and minerality of a great white wine from Priorat by Terroir Al Limit

The estate
Founded in 2001 by Eben Sadie, Dominik Huber and Jaume Sabaté, Terroir Al Limit is an essential reference in Catalonia. Located at the heart of the Priorat appellation, near the village of Torroja, the estate extends over a 25-hectare vineyard. Today led by its owner Dominik Huber, the property stands out for its commitment to offering a pure and authentic expression of its terroirs. Through artisanal, manual work and biodynamic management, the estate crafts wines of great finesse, far from the powerful standards traditionally associated with the region.

The vineyard
The vines giving rise to this Priorat wine are between 25 and 40 years old. They thrive at an altitude of around 400 metres, around the village of Torroja. This singular terroir is composed mainly of clay and schist soils, providing the vines with deep rooting conducive to mineral expression.

Winemaking and aging
The creation of Terra de Cuques Blanc 2023 is based on a minimal intervention approach. After hand-harvesting, vinification begins with a whole-cluster maceration lasting five days, driven by indigenous yeasts. The wine then benefits from a gentle eight-month ageing in concrete tanks to preserve all its aromatic purity. Bottling took place in March 2024.

Grape varieties
This Spanish white wine is made from a blend of 70% Grenache Blanc and 30% Pedro Ximénez.