Discover an extraordinary parcel of mature Spanish Cabernet-based wine with seven bottles of Torres Gran Coronas 1971, a landmark vintage from one of Spain’s most historic and innovative producers. Sourced from the early era of Torres’ pioneering Cabernet Sauvignon plantings in Penedès, the 1971 Gran Coronas offers beautifully evolved aromas of dried red fruits, tobacco, leather, cedar and spice, with remarkable structure and longevity for its age. Exceptionally rare in multi-bottle quantities, this 50+ year-old vintage is a true collector’s opportunity for lovers of historic Spanish wines and the legacy of Miguel A. Torres.
🍇 Wine Overview
Producer: Familia Torres
Region: Penedès, Catalunya, Spain
Wine: Gran Coronas (often labelled Gran Coronas Reserva in early vintages)
Vintage: 1971
Blend: Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with Tempranillo (exact proportions varied by vintage)
Classification: Reserva (extended ageing)
Bottle Size: 750ml
Style: Mature Spanish Cabernet with Bordeaux influence
Maturity: Fully evolved; best for enthusiasts of old red wines
Rarity: High — 1970s Gran Coronas is now seldom seen, especially in matched lots
Gran Coronas from this era is historically significant; the 1970 vintage famously won a top award in the 1979 Gault Millau “Wine Olympiad”, placing Torres on the international stage.
🍷 Tasting Profile (Typical for Gran Coronas 1971)
Expect elegant, tertiary complexity typical of well-preserved 1970s Spanish Cabernet:
Dried cherry, redcurrant, stewed plum
Cedar, cigar box, sweet tobacco
Leather, forest floor, dried herbs
Subtle spice, cocoa, balsamic tones
Soft tannins with a savoury, persistent finish
1971 is regarded as a very good Penedès vintage, giving wines with structure and longevity.
🧠 Why Collectors Want It
Rare opportunity to acquire seven bottles from a single 1971 vintage
Historically important wine from a pivotal era in Spanish Cabernet
Torres’ prestige continues to rise globally
Fascinating comparison to Bordeaux from the same era
Mature wines offer unique complexity at reasonable price points
Ideal for themed tastings, verticals or cellaring for collectors of old Spanish reds