Cultivare Sumoll Samsó - Vallformosa

Cultivare Sumoll Samsó - VallformosaThe barrel-aged Cultivare Sumoll Samsó from the wine region of Catalonia presents itself in the Burgundy glass with a dense ruby red hue. At the edges, this Spanish red shows a transition to garnet red. When given some air in the wine glass by swirling, this red wine reveals a high viscosity, which is evident in the church windows on the glass rim. Poured into a Burgundy glass, this Old World red wine reveals wonderfully expressive aromas of strawberry and plum, rounded out by black cherry and white pepper contributed by the barrel aging. The Cultivare Sumoll Samsó from Vallformosa is the right choice for anyone who prefers it dry. Yet, it never comes across as sparse or brittle, but rather round and smooth. Powerful and multifaceted, this dense and meaty red wine presents itself impressively on the palate. With its pronounced fruit acidity, the Cultivare Sumoll Samsó tastes impressively fresh and lively on the palate. In the finish, this aged wine from the Catalonia region ultimately delights with remarkable length. Once again, hints of strawberry and plum are evident. Vinification of the Cultivare Sumoll Samsó from Vallformosa The foundation for the powerful Cultivare Sumoll Samsó from Catalonia consists of grapes from the Samsó and Sumoll grape varieties. Naturally, the Cultivare Sumoll Samsó is influenced by more than just the soil of Penedès DO. This Spaniard can rightfully be described as an Old World wine, presenting itself exceptionally impressively. At the time of optimal ripeness, the grapes for the Cultivare Sumoll Samsó are harvested exclusively by hand without the help of robust and minimally selective machines. After harvesting, the grapes are promptly taken to the winery, where they are sorted and gently crushed. Fermentation takes place in small wood at controlled temperatures. Afterward, the vegan-produced Cultivare Sumoll Samsó is aged in French oak barrels for another 12 months. Food recommendations for the Vallformosa Cultivare Sumoll Samsó This Spaniard should be enjoyed best at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It pairs perfectly with lamb ragout with chickpeas and dried figs, ossobuco, or stuffed bell peppers.