Which DO Empordà wine to choose? Guide to discover the perfect wine for each occasion
Definitive guide to choosing your DO Empordà wine: pairing, occasions and the best wines from Celler Mas Pòlit
Are you looking for the perfect DO Empordà wine for a special dinner, a celebration, or simply to enjoy at home? With so many options available, choosing the right wine can be quite a challenge. At Celler Mas Pòlit, we produce organic wines from the DO Empordà that adapt to every occasion, with the personality that can only come from the mountain vineyards of the Serra de Rodes and l’Albera. In this guide, we help you discover which wine to choose according to the moment, the food, and your preferences. Because each bottle of Mas Pòlit tells a story of organic and sustainable viticulture, and we want you to find yours.
What makes DO Empordà wine unique?
The Empordà Designation of Origin is one of the most singular wine regions in Catalonia. Located between the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees, its wines reflect a terrain of slate and licorella, the influence of the Tramuntana wind, and mountain vineyards that grow in extreme conditions. This combination gives rise to wines with exceptional minerality, structure, and ageing potential.
At Celler Mas Pòlit, we are a family-owned winery from the DO Empordà with a history dating back to 1572. Our 8 hectares of vineyard are cultivated following the principles of organic and artisanal viticulture, and our winery runs on solar energy, making us a winery with a reduced environmental impact. This commitment to sustainability and quality translates into award-winning wines that have received recognitions such as the Premi Vinari d’Or.
How to choose the perfect wine for each occasion?
To help you decide, we have created a practical guide that pairs each of our DO Empordà wines with a moment and an ideal food pairing.
1. For a special celebration: Mas Pòlit 450 – Historic Edition
If you are looking for a wine to celebrate an important milestone, an anniversary, or a gala dinner, the Mas Pòlit 450 – Historic Edition is your choice. This exclusive crianza wine commemorates the 450 years of history of the estate. It is a limited edition of only 600 bottles, aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.
- Grape varieties: Garnatxa negra (60%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%) and Syrah (15%).
- Sensory profile: A fine and elegant wine, with notes of vanilla, coconut, candied fruit, and a very persistent mineral finish.
- Pairing: Ideal with red meats, lamb, mountain rice dishes, or aged cheeses.
2. For an elegant dinner: Mas Pòlit
The Mas Pòlit is the most representative crianza wine of the winery. It is a wine that balances ripe fruit, spices, and elegance, perfect for a dinner where you want to impress without sacrificing authenticity. It is made from Garnatxa, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah, and aged for 8 months in French oak barrels.
- Sensory profile: Notes of ripe red fruit and spices, with a structure and personality that make it a concentrated crianza wine.
- Pairing: Perfectly accompanies roasted meats, stews, and hearty spoon dishes.
3. For a pairing with character: Clot d’Illa
The Clot d’Illa is an organic young red wine that stands out for its freshness, fruit, and authenticity from mountain vineyards. With 9 months of ageing in new oak barrels, it offers a more structured profile than a typical young wine.
- Grape varieties: Syrah (80%) and Garnatxa (20%).
- Sensory profile: Cherry red colour with violet reflections, aromas of dried figs and forest fruits, with a light and easy-drinking palate.
- Pairing: Perfect for grilled meats, cured sausages, and small game dishes.
4. For everyday style: Terra Indika
The Terra Indika red is the purest and freshest expression of our mountain vineyard. A young wine that captures the intensity, freshness, and mineral character of the slate soils. It is made without oak ageing, which enhances its fruit and vitality.
- Grape varieties: Garnatxa negra and Lledoner negre.
- Sensory profile: Intense red fruit aromas, with notes of black plum and green fig. On the palate it is fresh, sweet, and with good persistence.
- Pairing: Ideal for pasta, rice dishes, white meats, and grilled vegetables.
5. For rosé wine lovers: Terra Indika rosat
The Terra Indika rosé is an organic young wine that combines the freshness of the Mediterranean Sea with the minerality of the mountains. It is a versatile wine, perfect for sharing on any occasion.
- Sensory profile: Aromas of white fruit and citrus, with a fresh, balanced, and pleasant palate.
- Pairing: Excellent with fish, seafood, salads, and rice dishes.
6. To surprise with a signature white: Clar i Net
Clar i Net is our only white wine, a white from red grapes made with Garnatxa negra that breaks the mould. It is a fresh, balanced, and full of personality wine that surprises with its complexity and structure.
- Sensory profile: Pale yellow colour with pinkish hues. Aromas of peach, pineapple, and citrus with a garnatxa influence. On the palate it is complex, fresh, and with good body.
- Pairing: Perfect for seafood, fish, sushi, and spicy dishes.
7. For a terrace wine with character: Racons
Racons is a wine that seeks the maximum expression of the terroir. It is a wine with an unmistakable personality, ideal for those moments when you want to enjoy a wine with character without complications.
More than wines: a sustainable experience
Choosing a wine from Celler Mas Pòlit is a commitment to a sustainable DO Empordà wine. Our organic viticulture and the use of solar energy at the winery guarantee a reduced environmental impact. In addition, our mountain vineyards, located between the Serra de Rodes and l’Albera, offer a unique microclimate that results in concentrated and well-balanced grapes.
If you want to see firsthand how we make our wines, we invite you to our wine tourism visits to the winery. You will discover the landscape, the Tramuntana wind, and the character of the DO Empordà that are hidden behind each bottle.
Find your perfect wine in our online shop
Now that you know which wine to choose for each occasion, it’s time to get your favourites. In our online shop, you can buy all our DO Empordà wines directly from the winery. Enjoy the authenticity, traceability, and quality we offer in every bottle.
Don’t wait any longer and discover the wine that best suits you. Place your order now and have it delivered to your door!
Frequently asked questions about DO Empordà wines
What does it mean for a wine to be organic?
An organic wine is made without chemical pesticides or herbicides, respecting the natural cycles of the vineyard and preserving the biodiversity of the environment. At Celler Mas Pòlit, all our production is certified organic.
What is the best crianza wine in Catalonia?
Although the choice is subjective, our crianza wines from the DO Empordà, such as Mas Pòlit and Mas Pòlit 450, are recognised for their concentration, structure, and elegance, making them strong candidates to be considered among the best crianza wines in Catalonia.
Why is mountain wine special?
The mountain vineyards, like ours, benefit from a slower and more balanced ripening, which results in grapes with high aromatic concentration and natural acidity. This translates into wines with more personality and ageing potential.
Choose Celler Mas Pòlit
Choosing the perfect DO Empordà wine doesn’t have to be complicated. By knowing the characteristics of each wine and the moment you need it for, you can always make the right choice. At Celler Mas Pòlit, we offer you a range of organic and sustainable wines that reflect the essence of our slate terroir and our artisanal viticulture.
Remember that you can buy all our wines online and enjoy the quality of the DO Empordà from the comfort of your home. Discover your new favourite wine!
Also visit our page on organic viticulture in Empordà to learn more about our commitment to the environment.