Introduction
Herència Altés La Serra Negre 2017 is a monumental red wine. It stands as a profound expression of Garnatxa Negra (Grenache) 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. Grapes achieve remarkable concentration and balance. The 2017 vintage was exceptional, providing perfect ripeness and profound structure, which set the stage for a wine of immense power and complexity.
Character Description
The Herència Altés La Serra Negre 2017 enchants with an impenetrable, inky black-purple hue. It shows profound concentration and density. The bouquet offers dense notes of black cherry, concentrated blueberry, and a savory touch of black olive. These intertwine with complex undertones of dark chocolate, roasted espresso bean, leather, and a deep, dusty minerality. Hints of licorice, sweet spice, and a note of sun-drenched herbs also emerge. On the palate, it is full-bodied and majestically structured. Concentrated dark fruit and savory, earthen flavors mirror the nose. Firm, yet incredibly refined tannins provide a superb, age-worthy backbone. A vibrant acidity ensures freshness and focus. The finish is exceptionally long and layered, leaving an impression of intense dark fruit, complex savory notes, and the formidable character of this iconic wine.
Perfect Pairings
This monumental Garnatxa Negra is perfect for robust and luxurious dishes that match its power and depth. Its structure and rich flavors complement bold meals. It pairs beautifully with slow-braised meats (like short ribs or oxtail), prime grilled beef (like Wagyu ribeye), or a rich rack of lamb. Its dark fruit and tannic profile also suits highly aged, pungent cheeses such as a mature Manchego Curado or a strong blue. Consider dishes with black truffles or deeply reduced wine sauces. This wine is for special occasions or serious collectors. Decanting for several hours 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 dry-farmed, high-density vineyards, prioritizing sustainable viticulture. La Serra Negre is a flagship single-vineyard bottling, representing their ultimate achievement in age-worthy red winemaking. It highlights their pursuit of perfection. Herència Altés delivers wines of profound character. This Garnatxa Negra embodies their dedication to crafting world-class wines from the unique, limestone-rich landscapes of the Terra Alta.
