Since 1995, with the help of one of the country’s most prestigious ornithologists, Peralada committed to an extensive conservation project in an effort to protect storks (“cigonyes” in Catalan). Nowadays, about thirty stork couples nest in the park that surrounds the castle as a result of the project. These wines, based on autochthonous varietals, celebrate the success of this reintroduction program.
Cigonyes Blanc 2023
Designation of origin: Empordà
Varietals: Macabeu (91%), Sauvignon blanc (9%)
Ageing: Young wine.
Tasting note: Pale yellow colour. Fresh and ripe fruits aroma, over a delicate floral background. In the mouth it is wide, round, enveloping, with a lively acidity. This is a well-balanced wine, long-lasting, with a nice after-taste. With the marked personality of the varietal.
Ratings:
- 2014Guia de Vins de Catalunya 20169.54 points.
Cigonyes Negre 2023
Designation of origin: Empordà
Varietals: Syrah (48%), Garnatxa Negra (40%), Merlot (12%)
Ageing: Three months in used Bordeaux barrels made of French Allier and American oak.
Tasting note: Medium layer violet color. Aromas reminiscent of red fruits, well combined with hints of oak ageing. In the mouth it is light, well balanced, tasty and fresh. This is a smooth, silky, long-lasting wine. With a nice and enveloping after-taste.
Ratings:
- 2014Guía de Vinos 2016. La Semana Vitivinícola90 points
Cigonyes Rosé 2023
Designation of origin: Empordà
Varietals: Garnatxa Negre (76%), Ull de llebre (24%).
Ageing: Young wine.
Tasting note: Salmon pink pale and bright colour. Aroma of red fruits, spices with a floral background. In the mouth it is round, fresh, enveloping, with a long and pleasant after-taste. It is a complex wine with a lot of varietal personality.
