2021 Terroir al Límit Priorat Pedra de Guix
2021 Terroir al Límit Priorat Pedra de Guix

2021 Terroir al Límit Priorat Pedra de Guix

96 pts
Terroir al Limit |Priorat |Grenache Blanc
A rare and masterfully crafted Priorat white from old-vine Grenache Blanc, Macabeo, and Pedro Ximénez, exemplifying Terroir al Límit’s precision and the region’s rugged terroir.
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$185.00
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Description

Terroir al Límit continues to push the boundaries of Priorat winemaking, crafting rare and compelling wines that showcase the region’s rugged beauty and ancient terroirs. Pedra de Guix is a benchmark example—a Vi de Coster (1er Cru equivalent) that rivals the world’s great whites in depth and precision.

This unique blend combines Grenache Blanc from Poboleda’s schist soils, Macabeo from Torroja’s alluvial plots, and Pedro Ximénez from El Lloar’s chalky, gypsum-rich terrain. The 50 to 80-year-old vines yield grapes of remarkable intensity, which are basket-pressed and fermented naturally in concrete vats before ageing for 11 months. The result is a wine that channels the rocky terrain of its origins with clarity and tension.

Aromatic notes of dried pineapple, lemon peel, and pine nuts are supported by a saline edge and stony minerality. The palate is finely textured, with bright acidity, subtle phenolic grip, and a long, savoury finish that keeps evolving. Lighter on its feet than earlier iterations, this vintage balances freshness and structure with masterful precision.

Pedra de Guix is not just a rare white Priorat; it’s a benchmark wine that underscores Terroir al Límit’s place among Spain’s most sought-after artisan producers.

96 points
"The wine is floral, vertical and a lot less oxidative... with very good depth and freshness. It's a different profile of wine."
- Luis Gutiérrez (The Wine Advocate)

95 points
"More intensity here with a very subtle nutty edge... saline and concentrated in flavor but nothing hefty here. Fine tannins and bright acidity extend to a long, savory finish."
- Zekun Shuai (James Suckling)

96 points - "They shortened the élevage of the white 2021 Pedra de Guix to 11 months, and they also stopped using the 1,800-liter foudre, where the wine partially aged in the past, and now it's matured in concrete vats. The wine is floral, vertical and a lot less oxidative than even the 2019, which is less oxidative than previous years. It's a different profile of wine with very good depth and freshness. Funnily enough, this 2021 has a little more alcohol than the 2019 (13.5%), but the wine feels lighter on its feet." - Luis Gutierrez (The Wine Advocate)

95 points - "More intensity here with a very subtle nutty edge. Pine nuts, dried pineapples, lemon peel and stones. Saline and concentrated in flavor but nothing hefty here. Fine tannins and bright acidity extend to a long, savory finish. Drink now or hold." - Zekun Shuai (James Suckling)

This Vi de Coster, the equivalent of a 1er Cru, is among the most mineral and sculpted whites you’ll encounter. It feels as though it’s been tapped directly from stone—a testament to its origin. Pedra de Guix isn’t just rare as a white Priorat; it stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the world’s great whites.

This blend draws from three villages: Grenache Blanc from Poboleda's schist soils, Macabeo from Torroja's alluvial soils, and Pedro Ximenez from El Lloar's chalky, gypsum-rich soils. The vines are between 50 and 80 years old, producing fruit of remarkable depth and character. Grapes are gently basket-pressed over several hours, with the juice fermenting wild in diamond-shaped concrete vats, where it matures for 11 months.

Today, most of the grapes are pressed off their skins before fermentation, shifting the focus toward purity and tension while maintaining the hallmark salinity and structure from the rocky terroir. Bottled unfiltered, this is a pungent, stony expression of Priorat, with laser-like acidity, a perfect balance of phenolic grip, and satisfying textural weight—a true benchmark wine.

Price Bracket $101 and Above
Type White
Body Full Bodied
Variety Grenache Blanc
Country Spain
Region Priorat
Reviewed By James Suckling
The Wine Advocate
Critic Score 96
95
Size 750ml
Vintage 2021
Closure Cork

Terrroir al Limit

Terroir al Límit is a winery redefining the boundaries of Priorat, one of Spain’s most prestigious wine regions. Founded in 2001 by Dominik Huber and South African winemaker Eben Sadie, this project has become a beacon for a new style of Priorat—where finesse, balance, and purity take precedence over power and opulence.

Rooted in the rugged hills of Catalonia, Terroir al Límit embraces the philosophy that great wines are born in the vineyard. Old vines of Garnatxa and Carinyena, grown biodynamically on steep slate soils, provide the foundation. In the cellar, minimal intervention is key: whole-bunch fermentation, concrete tanks, and short macerations preserve the vibrancy and soul of the fruit. Oak barrels? A thing of the past.

Huber’s wines are a revelation—ethereal reds and textural whites that offer a fresh, almost Burgundian-like perspective on Priorat. Flagship wines like Les Manyes and Les Tosses showcase single vineyards with astounding clarity and depth, while Pedra de Guix redefines what a white Priorat can be.

With a vision rooted in sustainability and respect for tradition, Terroir al Límit is leading the charge for a lighter, more expressive future for Priorat—and Spanish wine as a whole.

Tatjana Peceric & Dominik Huber at Terroir al Limit Terroir al Limit

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