# Sendra Blanca (NV)

- **Producer:** Terra del Priorat
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Garnacha Blanca, Viognier
- **Region:** Catalonia, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €40
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** peach, apricot, blossom, pear, melon, fennel, butter, cream, honey, almond, dried apricot

## About this wine

Sendra Blanca is a distinguished white wine crafted by Terra del Priorat in the rugged, slate-rich hills of the Priorat region in Catalonia, Spain. This wine represents a modern expression of the region's white winemaking potential, blending the traditional Garnacha Blanca (Grenache Blanc) with the highly aromatic Viognier. The vines are planted on steep terraces dominated by 'llicorella' (shattered slate) soils, which impart a distinct mineral character and force the roots deep into the earth for moisture. Terra del Priorat focuses on low-yielding, high-quality viticulture to capture the intense concentration and unique terroir of this historic appellation.

## Interesting facts

- Priorat is famous for its red wines, making white blends like Sendra Blanca rare and highly sought-after treasures.
- The vines grow in 'llicorella' soil, a unique dark slate and quartzite mix that reflects heat and imparts a distinct mineral backbone.
- The steep, terraced vineyards of Priorat require manual harvesting, as mechanical tractors cannot navigate the dramatic slopes.

## Food pairing

The rich texture and moderate acidity of this Garnacha Blanca and Viognier blend make it an exceptional partner for weightier dishes. It pairs beautifully with rich seafood, poultry, and pork, especially when accompanied by stone fruit, mild spices, or creamy sauces that mirror the wine's body and aromatic profile.

## Wine making process

The grapes for Sendra Blanca are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness to balance the rich sugars of Garnacha Blanca with the exotic aromatics of Viognier. Upon arrival at the winery, the fruit undergoes gentle pressing followed by temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the vibrant primary fruit characteristics. A portion of the blend may undergo short aging on its fine lees to enhance the mid-palate texture, complexity, and mouthfeel, without the heavy influence of oak, maintaining a clean and expressive profile.