Perpetual Salmos
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from the vintage release, as the robust tannins soften and the complex mineral and tertiary notes fully emerge.
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Slow-roasted rosemary lamb shanks, wild boar stew with forest mushrooms, or grilled prime ribeye steak.
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Familia Torres's prestigious venture into the rugged, mystical landscape of Priorat pays homage to the Carthusian monks of Scala Dei, who first brought viticulture to this mountainous corner of Catalonia in the 12th century. Crafted from classic Priorat varieties, primarily Cariñena and Garnacha, this wine is born from steep, terraced vineyards dominated by the region's famous 'licorella' soil—a dark, shimmering slate that forces the vine roots to plunge deep into the earth in search of water. The extreme climate and low-yielding old vines produce a red of immense concentration and mineral complexity. Aged in French oak, the wine beautifully marries intense black fruit, wild mountain herbs, cocoa, and slate-like minerality with a powerful yet velvety structure.
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Founded in 1870 by Jaime and Miguel Torres Vendrell in Vilafranca del Penedès, Catalonia, Familia Torres is one of Spain's most historic and influential wine dynasties. Under the pioneering leadership of fourth-generation patriarch Miguel A. Torres, the family revolutionized Spanish winemaking by introducing stainless steel fermentation and international varieties, while also expanding globally to Chile in 1979 with Miguel Torres Chile. Today, the estate is celebrated for its commitment to regenerative viticulture, climate change mitigation, and the recovery of ancestral grape varieties. Their diverse portfolio spans iconic Catalan labels like Gran Coronas to acclaimed Chilean expressions like Manso Velasco and the Santa Digna range, showcasing a masterful blend of traditional heritage and modern innovation.