Wine Torres, “Gran Coronas”, Penedes DO, 2011, 750 ml

In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Miguel Torres made a small revolution planted in the Penedes region of French Cabernet Sauvignon, while the usual practice of the company was growing Spanish white grape varieties. With this innovative step, began production of the reference magnificent red wine “Gran Coronas.” “Gran Coronas” is a blend of two varieties, where the base is a Cabernet Sauvignon with the addition often kupazhiruemogo with other varieties of aristocratic Spanish Tempranillo. Noble and velvety notes of Tempranillo with characteristic aromas of tobacco and coffee complement saturation and astringency Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is aged in oak barrels for at least a year and has a wonderful storage capacity – up to 10 years.

Wine “Gran Coronas” received countless awards at international competitions. Among them:
– Silver medal at the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2005 vintage for 2001;
– A bronze medal at the International Wine Challenge 2004 for the 2002 vintage;
– Silver medal at the 2003 Mundus Vini in Germany for vintage 1999;
– A bronze medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2003 vintage for 1999;
– A gold medal at the Concours Mondial 2003 in Brussels for the vintage 1999;
– A gold medal at the Challenge International du Vin in France in 2003 for the 1999 vintage;
– A bronze medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2002 vintage for 1998;
– Bronze medal at the 2001 Expovina in Switzerland for the vintage 1997;
– Silver medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2001 vintage for 1997;
– A bronze medal at the Wine Challenge 2001 in Japan for the vintage 1997;
– Silver medal at the International Wine Challenge 2001 in Hong Kong for the vintage 1997;
– Special mention “Gran Menzione” at Vinitaly 2000 vintage for 1996;
– A gold medal at the 2000 Wine Challenge in Estonia for the vintage 1996;
– Silver medal at the Challenge International du Vin in France in 2000 for the 1996 vintage;
– Silver medal at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2000 vintage for 1996;
– Silver medal at the 2000 Wine Challenge in China for vintage 1996;
– Silver medal at the Concours International des Vins 2000 in Switzerland for the vintage 1996;
– Silver medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2000 vintage for 1996;
– A bronze medal at the Singapore International Wine Challenge 2000 vintage for 1997;
– Silver medal at the 2000 Expovina Switzerland for vintage 1996;
– A bronze medal at the Wine Challenge 2000 in Japan for the vintage 1997;
– A bronze medal at the Wine Challenge 1999 in Japan for the vintage 1996;
– A bronze medal at the Shanghai International Wine Challenge 1999 vintage for 1995;
– Silver medal at the Shanghai International Wine Challenge 1998 for the 1994 vintage.

The company was founded by Jaime Torres and Miguel Torres in 1870. Iberian Peninsula, which are located the main vineyards of the family, known for a variety of soil and climate are ideal for viticulture. From generation to generation in the family passed the secret of making wine and love of the land. This tradition, innovation and vision have turned Torres into a known company, whose products can now be found in more than 140 countries worldwide. Today Torres owns more than 1,300 hectares of vineyards, not only in Spain but also in other continents. One of the main priorities of the Torres family is to preserve for future generations the culture of viticulture. Therefore Torres pays great attention to environmental problems and their solution – cleans wastewater, is actively involved in the preservation and transplantation of regional forests, and in preserving the Bonelli eagle in Spain and the Andean condor in Chile invests research on renewable energy sources (solar panels and wind parks), hybrid cars, the study of exploitation of vineyards and forest biomass.
In January 2007, Torres Wine Enthusiast named “the best winery in Europe 2006” for its innovation, commitment to research, for the significance in the world of wines and spirits.