Ilercavonia Garnacha Blanca 2023 Altavins

Ilercavonia Garnacha Blanca 2023

Philosophy in the vineyard

The Ilercavonia Garnacha Blanca 2023 is deeply rooted in a land rich in history. The ancient Ilercavones, the Iberians who inhabited Terra Alta between the 6th and 1st centuries BC, left a lasting legacy of culture and industriousness. This spirit lives on today in the vineyards, cultivated with respect for the environment and the identity of the precious native Garnacha Blanca variety.

Approach in the cellar

In the cellar, minimal intervention is the key to enhancing the fruit’s purity and the typicity of the territory. The harvest is carried out manually in boxes and palots to preserve the integrity of the grapes. The winemaking process highlights the freshness and elegance of this young white wine, which fully expresses the Mediterranean character of the D.O. Terra Alta.

The colour is golden yellow with greenish hues, on the nose it releases complex aromas of pineapple and mango with hints of apple and apricot, on the palate it is creamy, long and persistent, with a retronasal finish of floral notes and fresh mint.

Technical sheet

• Type: Young white wine

• Designation: D.O. Terra Alta

• Variety: 100% Garnacha Blanca

• Alcohol: 13.5% vol

• Harvest: Manual in boxes and palots

• Ageing potential: Up to 3.5 years

• Serving temperature: 6-8 °C

• Pairings: White meats, fatty fish, risottos, foie gras

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A deep bond with Terra Alta

Altavins is a small winery located in the D.O. Terra Alta, in the southwest of Catalonia, a wine region with an ancient tradition. Here, fine wines are born that embody body and soul, capturing the essence of native varieties, enhanced by the dry climate and dominant winds that shape the vineyards. Founded in 2001, Altavins has grown steadily, carving out a name in the Catalan wine market thanks to a philosophy based on identity, honesty and a strong Mediterranean spirit.

In the vineyard: biodiversity and character

Altavins’ philosophy is rooted in environmentally friendly viticulture, which observes and enhances the natural virtues of the grapes, intervening only when necessary. The vineyards, located between 350 and 550 metres above sea level, enjoy a typical inland Mediterranean landscape: well-drained soils, rich in limestone and low in organic matter. The dry water regime keeps fungal diseases to a minimum, allowing sustainable practices, while winds like the Cerç support the natural ripening of the grapes, resulting in healthy, mature fruit rich in aromas.

In the cellar: enhancing the Mediterranean essence

Every process in the cellar is designed to respect and express the uniqueness of Terra Alta. The minimal intervention approach favours fermentations that preserve the varietal aromas, without forcing or aggressive corrections. The result is authentic, elegant wines that tell the story of a unique land, where the strong temperature changes between day and night enrich the grapes with intense flavours and scents. The pursuit of excellence comes from a constant dialogue between vineyard and cellar: every Altavins bottle is a declaration of love for the Catalan land.