Celler Alimara El Senyal Blanc 2017, D.O. Terra Alta, Spain

Ali & Andy McLeod, originally from Oxfordshire, purchased vineyards at Mas de Cabrera near Gandesa in 2013. Originally established in the 20th century by the Aubanell family, the vineyards are situated at an altitude of around 400m above sea level. The soils in Terra Alta are a mixture of chalk and clay, with a low content of organic material which are now farmed organically. The Mediterranean climate of this region brings ample sunshine which is tempered by two prevailing winds: the Cierzo blowing from the interior and the more humid Garbí coming from the Mediterranean – these influences help to reduce yields and produce fruit-forward concentrated grapes.