Familia Torres
Clos Ancestral Organic White, DO Penedès
Forty years ago, Familia Torres embarked on a project to recover ancestral varieties, an act of wine archeology that aims to restore a shared heritage, and among its offering is Clos Ancestral. Forcada is the first recovered white pre-phylloxera variety to be vinified and, in combination with Xarel-lo, it endows this wine with an incomparable authenticity.
The Clos Ancestral White vineyards in Penedès have deep calcareous clay soils, reddish in color with a predominance of gypsum mudstone. Moderate drainage and high water holding capacity provide excellent conditions for white wines to unfold their full aromatic expression. Organic certified farming.
- Region
- Catalunya
- Appellation
- DO Penedès
- Varietal Composition
- Forcada and Xarel.lo
- Aging
- Aged in stainless steel with 3 months on the lees.
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
Pale straw in color, clean and bright. The nose is expressive with floral notes of orange blossom and citrus hints of lemon and grapefruit. On the palate, it's fresh and flavorful, with delicate acidity and vibrant fruit.
James Suckling
92 Points
2025
"Aromas of apples, limes and a touch of rosemary. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with a stony texture. Not voluptuous at all, with a saline finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold."
— Jim Gordon, 2026
