Cast Perelada 5 Finques Reserva 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Cast Perelada
Label Name:
 
5 Finques Reserva
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Spain
Region:
 
DO Empordà, Catalunya
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Garnacha (Grenache), Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Carignan (Samsó), Monastrell, Cabernet Franc
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
IWSC tasting note: 'Structured, concentrated and spicy' (IWSC entry). Listed as a winner in Sommelier Wine Awards 2025

Tasting Note
Deep cherry-red with aromas of red and black fruit, warm spice, balsamic and toasted oak. Fresh, concentrated and balanced palate with ripe, well-integrated tannins and a long, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled or roasted red meats, lamb chops, steak, game, aged Manchego and hard cheeses, mushroom risotto. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), char siu, Peking duck, spicy Sichuan or Thai red curry, yakitori (chicken skewers).

Production Method
Grapes from five plots harvested and vinified separately with long maceration and controlled fermentation; aged about 16–17 months in French (Allier) and American oak (≈15% new), then bottle-aged before release.

Vineyard Info
Castillo/Perelada is a historic Catalan estate near Peralada Castle producing wines and Cava; family-owned with modern, sustainable facilities and vineyards across DO Empordà.