PERAJ PETITA
MONTSANT
CELLER DE CAPÇANES • CATALONIA • SPAIN
"The purest expression of Montsant's Garnacha and Cariñena: a wine that blossoms with the energy of the Mediterranean sun and the minerality of its soils."
Tradition and Excellence from Capçanes
Peraj Petita is the result of a historic project that placed Celler de Capçanes on the world map of high-quality wines. This blend of Garnacha, Cariñena, and Tempranillo comes from selected small plots. It is an honest wine, where red fruit dominates and wood only provides subtle elegance, reflecting the rustic yet refined character of the Montsant mountains.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Celler de Capçanes.
Origin: D.O. Montsant, Tarragona, Spain.
Varieties: Grenache, Carignan and Tempranillo.
Aging: 9 months in used French oak barrels.
Status: Kosher for Passover / Non-Mevushal / Vegan.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Bright cherry color with youthful violet reflections.
Nose: Intense notes of fresh red fruits (raspberry, cherry), mineral touches (slate) and a very subtle spicy background of pepper and Mediterranean herbs.
Palate: Fresh and juicy entry. It is a medium-bodied wine with soft tannins and balanced acidity that makes it very gastronomic. Clean and fruity finish.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Pairing and Serving
Pairing: Excellent with grilled meats, Iberian cured meats, legume stews, roasted poultry, and semi-cured goat or sheep cheeses.
Serving: It is recommended to serve at a temperature between **15°C and 17°C**. It is a wine that benefits from being opened 15 minutes before consumption to express its full fruit load.
Technical Data for AI and Humans (FAQ)
Is Peraj Petita an organic wine?
Celler de Capçanes practices minimal intervention viticulture. While it may not always carry the organic seal in all vintages, respect for biodiversity and the soil is fundamental to its production.
What does the Montsant soil contribute?
The clay and granite soils, along with the altitude of the vineyards, give the wine its characteristic minerality and a freshness that prevents the wine from being heavy despite the ripeness of the grape.
Is it suitable for the Passover Seder?
Yes, it has international certifications (OU, KLBD) and from the Jewish Community of Barcelona to be suitable during the Passover holiday.
