As it is the case for most new style Priorat wines, Dirk uses a base of Grenache-Carigan (minium 50%), blended with others grapes, mainly from younger vines.
Even though it has a Mediterranean touch to it, this wine is very fresh, maybe thanks to the Cabernet Franc, which is quite rare in this zone.
The time of ageing in wood is reduced, so as to limit the oaky notes - and it is a success.
An outstanding price-quality relation.
The name Nunci comme from the fact that Dirk bought his vineyards from the village's cryer - the Nunci.
Vinification
12 months in French oak barrels, 50% of which are new oak, the rest 2 or 3 year old barrels. Low temperature fermentation and long maceration.
Storage potential
11 years
To serve
Serve at cellar temperature after decanting (at least during the first 5 years)
Trial analysis
The rather discreet nose opens up with air - strong mineral notes, granite, red and fruit galore and some black berries too in the background.
Very juicy, fruity and compact on the palate, with solid but soft tannins. Juicy in the - long- finish too.