Catalunya

Torres Viña Sol 2005

Parellada.  No its not a type of pasta, its a grape variety native to north eastern Spain that is used for both still and sparkling wines.  You may have heard of it if you drink a bit of Cava.  Torres Viña Sol is made from 100% Parellada, fermented in stainless steal to produce a fresh, lightly fruity wine that is easy to drink and enjoy.  I've heard some good things about the next wine up in the range, the Gran Vina Sol, which adds 15% Chardonnay and oak treatment, I will have to track some down.

A light nose of white, orchard fruits, apple and pear, with a note of spice.  Its fresh and fruity in the mouth, refreshing and easy to drink.  More apple with some pineapple and a touch of fennel seeds and minerals in the mouth. Very well balanced for a wine of this price, the acid it just right, you could drink buckets of this on a hot day.  Match it up with some fish on the BBQ, find somewhere nice to sit outside on a hot day and you'd be very happy.  85 Pts.

Source: Importer Sample Price: $15-$17 Closure: Screwcap

Web: www.torres.es

Importer: Negociants Australia