The Terra Alta region in Catalonia is not trying to mislead you with the title, this is high ground in the coastal mountains, where vines enjoy constant sunshine and near constant wind, two ingredients that generally lead to healthy, well balanced grapes at harvest. Nuria Altés grew up among vineyards here, and founded Herencia Altés with her husband Rafa De Haan to continue the family tradition that goes back as far as records are kept. Among their 50 hectares of vines, some of the oldest and most prized are their Garnatxa Blanca vines, which they consider the flagship of the winery. This entry-tier cuvee is made from soft pressed grapes, aged in steel to preserve freshness. The aroma is intense, showing a crisper and zestier face of white Grenache than the French type. Orange, lemon curd, sea salt and granitic minerality show through, before the palate arrives lively but full and creamy, with lemon, Rainier cherry, and spring blossoms. The finish comes with all sorts of citrus zest. Serve this with roasted fish, roasted birds, and roasted potatoes.