2016 Clos Figueras

Grenache, Carignan, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cabernet Sauvignon. The average age of the sticks is between 30 and 60 years. Upon entering the Bodega, the best grapes are sorted. The vinification takes place (separately) in large new oak barrels, after which the wine matures for 13 months in new and one-year-old barriques of 225 and 300 liters each. The wine then matures in the bottle for another 16 to 20 months. The Clos Figueres has a deep purple-red color. A complex nose of cedar wood, minerals, spices, such as lavender, and black fruit. The taste is compact with sweet ripe fruit. This TOP-Priorat releases all scents and flavors when it is decanted

The Domaine was purchased in 1997 by Christopher Cannan and his wife Charlotte, partly inspired by the famous Rene Barbier (Clos Mogador). The estate is located in the heart of the Priorat, in the village of Gratallops. The soil consists of slate (or licorella), which is the secret behind the beautiful minerality in the wine. All vineyards are planted on ancient terraces that are difficult to reach. Today, Christopher is advised by Alain Graillot (famous from the Rhône Valley) resulting in wines with finesse and elegance. The mountainous Priorat has its own microclimate. Summers are long and very hot. In winter the mercury can drop to zero degrees. Production in the area is scarce and so there is indeed a niche market for Priorato wines, especially the new wines from Gratallops.

92/100 Parker-93/100 Suckling