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Familia Torres is a Spanish wine producer founded in 1870 and based in Penedès, Catalonia. It is one of Spain's most recognized wineries and is known for recovering ancestral Catalan grape varieties and for estate wines such as Mas La Plana, a Cabernet Sauvignon first produced in 1970. The company also operates vineyards in Priorat, Rioja, Ribera del Duero, and Chile, and targets both domestic and international markets.
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Where is the Familia Torres winery located?
The Familia Torres winery is headquartered in Penedès, Catalonia, Spain. Founded in 1870, it has grown to be one of the most recognized and historically significant wine producers in the country.
What is the Mas La Plana wine produced by Torres?
Mas La Plana is a highly regarded estate wine produced by Familia Torres, featuring 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. It was first produced in the 1970 vintage and famously beat out top Bordeaux châteaux in a blind tasting competition in Paris in 1979.
Is Familia Torres involved in recovering lost or historic grape varieties?
Yes, Familia Torres is well known for its ongoing project to recover ancestral Catalan grape varieties. They have successfully identified and cultivated grapes like Garró and Querol, using them to add complexity to their modern red blends.
What kind of wine is the Torres Sangre de Toro?
Sangre de Toro, which translates to "Blood of the Bull," is one of Torres' most recognized and widely exported red wines. It is a traditional blend primarily made from Garnacha and Cariñena grapes.
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