2020 Clos Figueras Serras del Priorat

22.95 18.97
Type of Wine Red
Country Spain
Region Catalunya
Appellation Priorat (Appellation)
Winery Clos Figueras
Year 2020
Grape Alicante bouschet Cabernet Sauvignon Carignan Garnacha Syrah-Shiraz
Content (Alc) 0.75 ltr (14%)
Drink window 2022 - 2027
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The vineyards are located on ancient terraces that are difficult to reach. The mountainous Priorat has a unique microclimate and the difference between day and night temperatures is enormous. The bottom consists of slate, also called llicorella, which provides the typical terroir character in the wine. Production in the area is small-scale and its popularity is still growing. Serras del Priorat is made from Garnacha (55%), Cariñena (20%), Syrah (15%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%). The average age of the sticks is 16 years. The agriculture is certified organic and they follow the biodynamic calendar, but are not certified. The wines are in the care of his daughter, Ann-Josephine Cannan, Silvia Puig and his Rhone friend Alain Graillot. Total production averages 35,000 bottles,

Fermentation in 2500 liter barrels at a controlled temperature. Daily "pigeon". After fermentation, the maceration continues for another 2 weeks, followed by 8 months of maturation in 500 liter French oak barrels. The Serras del Priorat from Clos Figueras is a beautiful deep red in color. The luscious Serras has a powerful, floral bouquet with hints of iodine and honey. The palate is medium-bodied - beautifully soft and supple and has a very good acidity and a nice concentration and an unexpected elegance. This very beautiful Priorat has very Rhone-like characteristics.

Vineyard for 2020 Clos Figueras Serras del Priorat

Clos Figueras winery is located in the center of the town of Gratallops in the Spanish province of Tarragona. Clos Figueras winery has a fantastic 300-year-old underground cellar that creates the perfect conditions for the aging of the wines in French oak barrels.

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 bottom 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 warm. In winter, the mercury can drop to zero degrees. Production in the area is scarce and there is indeed a niche market for Priorat wines, especially the new wines from Gratallops.

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Type of Wine Red
Country Spain
Region Catalunya
Appellation Priorat (Appellation)
Winery Clos Figueras
Grape Alicante bouschet, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Garnacha, Syrah-Shiraz
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Year 2020
Drinking as of 2022
Drinking till 2027
Alcohol % 14
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Parker rating 91
James Suckling rating 93
Tasting Profiles Earthy, Rustic, Dark fruit, Dry, Aged on wood, Powerful, Spicy, Tannines, Full
Drink moments Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch
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