Description
GR-174 is the lovely path that crossed Priorat. Hiking along this track is probably the best way to feel its beauty. If you could concentrate in a bottle the ripe fruits aromas and the minerality of its terroir, the result would be a wine like this.
Denomination of Origin: Priorat, a small pocket of black hills of volcanic origin where red wines of superb quality have been made for over eight centuries. Priorat is located in Tarragona (North-East of Spain). The vineyards are scattered among eleven valley towns, and are terraced or planted on steep slopes. The bedrock, called llicorella, consists of reddish and black slate. The climate is more extreme than most continental areas. There are cold northern winds, and the warm Mistral blows in from the east. Summers are long, dry and hot, although the temperature may fall to zero in winter. Average annual temperature: 15C. Average rainfall: 400-600 mm.
Aging: Five months in French oak barrels.
Tasting note: Very deep cherry red. Aromas of plum, fresh red fruits, mineral and balsamic notes. Really fresh. In the mouth it is meaty, silky, full bodied, with a good balance and elegance. Elegant and smooth tannins.
