In the heart of Priorat, there are two architectural and wine-growing gems that symbolize the strength of a territory: the Catedral del Vi de Cornudella de Montsant and the Catedral del Vi de Falset , two modernist cooperative wineries with more than a century of history. Each of these wineries, moreover, is located in the shadow of a medieval castle that has marked the history of its town: the Castell de Siurana and the Castell de Falset .
This landscape of vineyards, heritage and tradition has inspired us to create a unique twinning between two wines that symbolize everything we share: the passion for wine, respect for the land and roots in the territory. Thus was born the joint project of Castell de Siurana and Castell de Falset , two emblematic references within the DO Montsant that dialogue with each other with character, elegance and their own identity.
Two wines, two souls, the same land
Despite their stylistic and production differences, Castell de Siurana and Castell de Falset share the same cooperative spirit, the fruit of the work of farmers committed to the vineyard and quality. This twinning is intended to be a tribute to the years of collective effort that have made it possible for the Priorat wine region to be a benchmark in the production of wines with character and authenticity.
Siurana Castle: elegance and freshness from Cornudella
Castell de Siurana is one of the new additions to the Celler Cooperatiu de Cornudella , made with a careful selection of Grenache and Carignan from old costers vineyards , located at high altitude. The aging in French oak barrels provides subtle nuances that respect the fruit and accentuate its complexity.
In the glass, it presents an intense red color with ruby reflections . On the nose we find aromas of ripe black fruit, balsamic notes, toasted notes and fine spices . On the palate it stands out for its freshness, balanced structure and a long and silky finish . It is a wine that expresses the best of the Montsant mountain landscape, and is ideal for pairing with dishes of beef or lamb, roasted poultry, pasta with mushrooms or stews with a red wine base .
Falset Castle: maturity and structure from Falset and Marçà
Castell de Falset , for its part, is one of the flagship wines of the Falset Marçà Cooperative . It is made with a blend of Grenache Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah , vinified separately using specific techniques and with careful aging in different types of barrels.
On a sensory level, Castell de Falset offers an intense ruby color , with aromas of ripe fruit, sweet spices and a slightly toasted background . In the mouth it is a soft wine, with polished tannins and a mature structure that invites you to continue drinking . It is ideal to accompany dishes from traditional Catalan cuisine , such as roasts, stews or spoon dishes , and also with cured cheeses or grilled meats.
A toast to shared history
With this twinning, the Cellers Cooperatius de Cornudella and Falset Marçà reaffirm their commitment as benchmarks of the cooperative movement in the Priorat , and as promoters of a sustainable, rooted and collaborative viticulture model. The Castell de Siurana and Castell de Falset wines are, at the same time, a bridge between the past and the future, between tradition and innovation, and between two communities that have known how to unite to give a voice to the territory through wine.
A lot that celebrates the vineyard, cooperation and heritage
With the desire to share this twinning with all lovers of good wine, we have created a special batch that includes a bottle of each wine —Castell de Siurana and Castell de Falset— and two wine glasses screen-printed with the logos of the two wineries .
This pack is a perfect way to discover two ways of understanding the DO Montsant , two expressions of the wine-making Priorat , and the same passion: making wines with soul.