Penderyn Icons of Wales Patagonia

28th July 1865

153 people embark on the Mimosa, sailing for Patagonia to establish a Welsh colony and preserve their language and culture.

Expecting the green valleys of home, they found a desert. Times were difficult, but miners dug irrigation trenches and the settlers traded with the local Tehuelche people.

Today Patagonia has 50,000 Welsh descendants, 5000 Welsh speakers and holds annual Eisteddfodau.

‘Little Wales beyond Wales…’

TASTING NOTES:

Nose: Sweet, floral and perfumed. Orchard fruits – green apples and sweet pears – vanilla, a light aroma of honey and caramel.

Palate: Nicely balanced. Sweet honey, apple tart and juicy pears with vanilla and light oaky notes. A mix of spices: cinnamon, peppers and a hint of cloves, together with almonds and creamy toffee.

Finish: Dried fruits lingering with sweet spice at the end.

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