Montsant surrounds Priorat and produces expressive Garnacha- and Cariñena-based wines with ripe fruit, Mediterranean herbs and mineral freshness.
Location
Region
Catalonia
Protected status
Protection
DOP · DO
Wine profile
Typical focus
Mediterranean red wines, White wines
Varieties
Notable grapes
Garnacha, Cariñena, Garnacha Blanca
Identity and character
What defines Montsant?
Montsant surrounds Priorat and produces expressive Garnacha- and Cariñena-based wines with ripe fruit, Mediterranean herbs and mineral freshness.
Growing conditions
Climate
Mediterranean overall, with major variations caused by altitude and distance from the coast.
Place and soils
Landscape
Coastal hills, limestone basins, slate terraces and elevated inland vineyards.
Wine categories
Characteristic wine styles
- Mediterranean red wines
- White wines
- Rosé wines
- Sweet and fortified traditional wines
Varieties
Notable grapes
- Garnacha
- Cariñena
- Garnacha Blanca
- Macabeo
At the table
Food pairing ideas
- Pa amb tomàquet
- Seafood
- Roast poultry
- Charcuterie
- Rice dishes