The 2012 Torres Salmos is a distinguished dry red wine from Spain's Priorat region, produced by the esteemed Familia Torres winery. This vintage is a blend of 60% Carignan, 20% Grenache, and 20% Syrah grapes, cultivated on the region's characteristic llicorella (black slate) soils.
Tasting Notes:
Appearance: Brilliant ruby red with garnet highlights.
Aroma: Astounding floral notes of candied rose and fruit aromas of black cherry, complemented by hints of aromatic herbs like thyme.
Palate: Lively and light-bodied, full of personality, well-structured with pleasant tannins and a streak of acidity that promises a good future.
Aging: Aged for 14 months in French oak barrels .