Winery / Producer: Clos Galena (Prestigious winery in Catalonia, globally praised for its minimal intervention philosophy and its ability to craft silky, haute couture gastronomic wines).

Specific Origin: Selected vineyards in D.O. Terra Alta, Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain.

Vintage: 2023 (Excellent harvest characterized by optimal fruit health and magnificent levels of natural acidity).

Varietal Composition: Monovarietal focused on Garnatxa Blanca (White Grenache), enriched with subtle contributions of regional indigenous grapes.

Terroir and Soils: Medium-altitude vineyards on clay-limestone matrix soils poor in organic matter, under the influence of the "Garbi" and "Cierzo" winds, which ventilate and concentrate the aromas of the berry.

Winemaking: Hand-harvested and selected grapes. Alcoholic fermentation at strictly controlled temperature (16°C) in stainless steel tanks to safeguard the floral esters. Subsequent aging of approximately 2 months on its fine lees before bottling.

Style: Young Mediterranean white with lees, aromatic, unctuous, round, fresh, and markedly floral.

Alcohol Content: 13.0% Vol.

Capacity: 750 ml Burgundy bottle.

SKU: ESP-CLOSGALENA-SECRETSMAR-B-750

Appearance: Displays a beautiful clear straw-yellow color with very clean, crystalline, and brilliant greenish reflections. In the glass, it shows an elegant agility with fine, well-integrated legs.

Nose: Intensely suggestive, fruity, and perfumed profile. Unfolds immediate bursts of fresh white fruit (water pear, green apple) intertwined with citrus notes of grapefruit and a seductive floral bouquet dominated by jasmine, orange blossom, and subtle hints of Mediterranean aromatic herbs like fennel.

Palate: The entry is smooth, fresh, and quickly reveals the volume and sumptuousness of its aging on lees. It feels fleshy and enveloping on the palate, unveiling flavors of white peach and well-balanced citrus notes by a lively acidity. Its finish is round, unctuous, and supremely pleasant, leaving a very seductive ripe fruity aftertaste.

Versatile Gastronomic Pairing: Thanks to the impeccable balance between the fatty volume from the lees and the acidity of Garnatxa Blanca, Secrets de Mar 2023 is an exquisitely gastronomic wine. It pairs superbly with Mediterranean rice dishes (Valencian paella, arroz a banda), fideuàs, and all types of white fish cooked grilled or baked. It is an excellent companion for complex salads with nuts, soft goat cheeses, pasta with creamy sauces, and traditional seafood dishes like fried calamari or steamed mussels. In Mexican cuisine, it splendidly accompanies seafood tacos, octopus tostadas, or not-too-spicy aguachiles, where the wine's volume perfectly envelops the dish's freshness.

Suggested Moments:

• Summer and Social Evenings: The definitive wine to enjoy under the sun. Its fresh and aromatic profile is an absolute delight for refreshing summer evenings on terraces, gardens, or by the pool.
• Weekend Family Meals: Perfect for the center of the table during Sunday lunches, impeccably pairing with seafood platters, family paellas, or roasted chicken options.
• Intimate Special Celebration: Ideal for toasting at close gatherings, personal space inaugurations, reunions, or spontaneous celebrations that demand a great conversational wine.
• Distinctive Young Gift: A highly appropriate gift for wine enthusiasts who appreciate discovering the fruity elegance and silky textures offered by current Catalan viticulture.

At what temperature is Secrets de Mar White recommended to be served?

To enhance its floral expression and balance its sumptuousness on the palate, it is advisable to serve it chilled, ideally between 8°C and 10°C. If served excessively cold (below 6°C), the seductive notes of jasmine and fennel that characterize this Garnatxa Blanca from Clos Galena will be masked.

Does this white wine undergo oak barrel aging during its production?

No, Secrets de Mar Garnatxa Blanca has no contact with wood. Its winemaking is carried out entirely in stainless steel tanks to maintain the purity of the fresh fruit from the 2023 vintage. Its unctuousness comes exclusively from the short aging on its fine lees and the naturally rich character of the grape itself.

What does the climate of Terra Alta contribute to the Garnatxa Blanca grape?

Terra Alta offers exceptional altitude and sun exposure combined with the influence of dry winds. This allows Garnatxa Blanca to ripen perfectly, concentrating sugars and deep floral aromas, while cool nights preserve impeccable acidity, preventing the wine from feeling heavy.

Does this wine contain sulfites or is it suitable for vegans?

Secrets de Mar contains minimal and controlled integrated sulfites to ensure the stability of the 2023 vintage during transport. Likewise, Clos Galena winery follows highly respectful clarification protocols that maintain the purity of its labels from start to finish.