Introduction
Herència Altés La Serra Blanc 2021 is a monumental white wine. It stands as a profound expression of Garnatxa Blanca (Grenache Blanc) and the pinnacle of Herència Altés’s single-vineyard collection. This wine showcases the exceptional, concentrated potential of the La Serra vineyard in the Terra Alta region of Spain. This wine reflects the winery’s commitment to isolating and showcasing unique, high-altitude terroirs. La Serra’s unique characteristics—chalky white limestone soils and extreme diurnal shifts—create ideal conditions. The 2021 vintage was exceptional, providing perfect ripeness and profound mineral tension, which set the stage for a wine of immense power and complexity.
Character Description
The Herència Altés La Serra Blanc 2021 enchants with a brilliant, deep golden hue. It shows profound concentration and texture. The bouquet offers intense notes of ripe yellow peach, quince, and lemon curd. These intertwine with complex undertones of toasted hazelnut, vanilla bean, fennel seed, and a deep, dusty minerality. On the palate, it is full-bodied and majestically structured, featuring a rich, almost oily texture balanced by taut acidity. Concentrated stone fruit and savory, nutty flavors mirror the nose. A firm, yet incredibly refined structure provides superb backbone. The finish is exceptionally long and layered, leaving a lasting impression of intense mineral depth, complex tertiary notes, and the formidable character of this iconic white wine.
Perfect Pairings
This monumental white wine is perfect for robust and luxurious dishes that match its texture and complexity. Its powerful structure and rich flavors complement bold meals. It pairs beautifully with roasted fowl (like guinea fowl or capon), rich seafood stews (like bouillabaisse), or grilled lobster with drawn butter. Its profound texture and mineral profile also suit aged, firm cheeses such as Comte or a mature Manchego. Consider dishes with saffron, white truffles, or complex cream reductions. This wine is for special occasions or serious collectors. Decanting for a short time is highly recommended.
About the Winery
Herència Altés stands as a beacon of excellence in the Terra Alta region. The winery was founded with a vision to produce wines of exceptional quality that authentically reflect their high-altitude terroir. They focus on using traditional, low-intervention winemaking techniques and prioritize the expression of indigenous varietals like Garnatxa Blanca. Their commitment to sustainable viticulture is strong. La Serra Blanc is a flagship single-vineyard bottling, representing their ultimate achievement in white winemaking. This wine embodies their dedication to crafting world-class, age-worthy wines from the unique landscapes of the Terra Alta.
