Perla del Mar

2009 Alicante Moscatel de Alejandría

Perla del Mar is a captivating white wine from the Alicante region, crafted from the exquisite Moscatel de Alejandría varietal. This vintage, dating back to 2009, showcases a delightful balance between lightness and richness, making it a truly inviting experience. On the palate, one can appreciate the bright acidity that adds a refreshing lift, perfectly complementing the prominent fruit intensity reminiscent of ripe stone fruits and floral notes. This wine is bone dry, enhancing its food-friendly nature, which allows it to pair beautifully with seafood dishes or light salads. Perla del Mar radiates sophistication and charm, making it a splendid choice for any occasion.

Tasting notes:

Apricot

Honey

Orange

Region:

Alicante

Lying on Spain's sunny southeast coast, Alicante is home to big, bold, red wines of tremendous value. Once a major Mediterranean port, the Phoenicians introduced winemaking here centuries ago. Historically, Alicante's most famous wine was Fondillón, an oak-aged sweet wine. But today, Alicante is better known for its full-bodied reds made from the Monastrell grape (known in France as Mourvèdre), which is sometimes blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The thick-skinned Monastrell laps up Alicante's sun-baked conditions and limestone soils to produce densely fruity wines with earthy, herbaceous notes. For whites, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are increasingly popular, alongside Moscatel and Airén. Wines are approved to be at DO status when they meet a handful of standards related to authorized varietals, production size, methods within winemaking and aging restrictions. Additionally, appellations must have been recognized for a minimum of five years in order to be considered to be a DO.

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