This 2012 Chardonnay from the Conca de Barberà region represents Miguel Torres' refined approach to cool-climate white wine production in northeastern Spain. Cultivated at elevated altitude where continental influences temper the Mediterranean sun, the wine displays the mineral precision and restrained fruit character typical of quality Chardonnay in its prime. The 2012 vintage now enters an elegant maturity, revealing layers of orchard fruit, subtle oak integration, and the structured acidity that defines its ageing potential. Pair this wine with poached sole, roasted chicken with herb butter, or aged Manchego cheese.
Data sheet
- Alcohol content
- 14.0
- Origin
- Spanien
- Vintage
- 2012
- Region
- Conca de Barbera
- Grape variety
- Chardonnay
- Closure
- Naturkorken
- Importer
- Siehe Erzeuger
- Producer
- Torres, Miguel S.A. 08720 Vilafranca del Penedes Spanien
- Serving temperature
- 10-12 °C
- Body
- 4
- Tannin
- 1
- Acidity
- 3
- Sweetness
- 1
- Fruit
- 4
- Characteristics
- Full-bodied, Dry, Barrique-aged, Age-worthy, Complex, Hand-harvested
- Food pairing
- Lobster & Langoustine, Veal medallions in cream sauce, Poultry with truffle, Mature soft cheese, Scallops
- Élevage
- Fermentation and élevage in French Nevers oak (300 l) for approximately 12 months, malolactic fermentation, ageing on fine lees