Description
This blend has always been the flagship of the estate... and an excellent price quality relation.
In 1996, for its first vintage, the production was only a few barrels. Meanwhile, the vines (15 hectares) have grown older et also the know-how.
Thanks to stricter selection of the grapes, the quality of wine has reached new levels.
Vinification
After 25 to 30 days of maceration at 27 to 29°C, and the alcoholic fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in Nevers oak barrels (half new).
Tasting analysis
Deep colour. Exuberant Syrah aromas like ripe gooseberries, pepper and a hint of minerality.
At first, very juicy on the palate, then spicier and more structured. The wood is very well integrated. A typical Priorat-Wine.
Storage potential
This young, powerful wine will take one year to settle down, then the wood will be best integrated.
Ageing potential: 7 years.
Serving
Serve at 18°C in a large glass, after decanting, at least during the first 2 years after bottling.