Priorat

The Priorat comarca extends between the Montsant mountains and several southern ranges, featuring slate-rich soils and terraced vineyards across its 498 square kilometers.

The Carthusian monastery of Scala Dei, established in 1194, controlled vast territories of Priorat and introduced wine production methods that shaped the region's development.

Local festivals throughout Priorat municipalities celebrate Mediterranean traditions with wine tastings, regional food, and community gatherings in village squares.

The comarca capital of Falset connects to Barcelona and Zaragoza through railway services, while the N-420 highway provides road access through mountainous terrain.

The slate soil composition, known as llicorella, combined with extreme temperature variations creates conditions for producing concentrated red wines from old Grenache vines.

Location: Tarragona Province

Location: Camp de Tarragona

Capital city: Falset

Shares border with: Conca de Barberà, Baix Camp, Ribera d'Ebre, Garrigues

Website: http://priorat.cat

GPS coordinates: 41.13333,0.81667

Latest update: March 5, 2025 22:08