Technical details
Vinification & maturation
Manual grape selectionSeparate variety fermentationStainless steel tanksMalolactic fermentation12 ‑month oak agingFrench & American oakNew oak barrels
Grapes
GarnachaCariñenaSyrahCabernet Sauvignon
Producer
Clos Galena
Spain
Clos Galena is a family-owned winery in Domini de la Cartoixa, El Molar, in Priorat, founded in 1999 by pharmacist Miguel Pérez together with the Dalmaus family. Its certified-organic vineyards sit at 500 metres on licorella, the mica-rich schist characteristic of the region. The winery produces wines from Garnacha, Cariñena and other varieties, combining sustainable practices with hand-picked grapes. Its wines have received international recognition, including Formiga de Vellut being served at the Nobel Prize ceremony.