Familia Torres
Gran Coronas, DO Penedès
Gran Coronas represents a monumental turning point in innovation for the family. Miguel A. Torres went against regional norms, planting Cabernet Sauvignon in Penedès in the 1960s, when most plantings were to local white varieties. The wines were well regarded and Familia Torres became known for producing Cabernet Sauvignon that could rival the greatest of Bordeaux. By blending Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo, followed by prolonged oak aging, one of the family’s finest wines is created.
Fruit is sourced from the family’s 50+ year old vineyards at Mas la Plana estate artfully blended with younger vineyards in the local area. The area has moderately to very deep alkaline soils with a high water holding capacity and high active limestone content.
- Region
- Catalunya
- Appellation
- DO Penedès
- Varietal Composition
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo
- Aging
- French oak barrels (30% new) for 12 months.
- Alcohol
- 14%
Dark cherry red color with garnet highlights. Intensely fruity (blueberries, cassis) with delicate black pepper and balsamic notes. A balanced and nicely structured palate with ripe tannins well rounded by aging in excellent oak.
Wine Enthusiast
91 Points
2019
"This dark-garnet-colored wine has aromas of blackberry and a touch of smoke. It offers a nice equilibrium between velvety tannins and acidity, with flavors of black cherry, cassis, violet and dark chocolate. A burst of orange zest marks the lengthy finish."
— Mike DeSimone, 2023
