2020 Sara Pérez y René Barbier Gratallops Partida Bellvisos

When Rene Barbier brought the abandoned, very old "coster" (a steeply sloping traditional Priorat vineyard) back into production, people thought they had bought a plot of Carinyena (Carignan)... and to their great surprise, they discovered that 40% of the plot consisted of Garnatxa Peluda (native Grenache). This grape ripens before the Carinyena (Carignan) and provides more freshness. Coincidence and luck, for it is the final piece of the puzzle needed to convey the balance of Bellvisos.

The Gratallops Partida Bellvisos is a dazzling wine with a long maceration that requires oak and time in the bottle to be reborn, fine, seductive, fresh and powerful... in which the Llicorella (slate soil) has inextricably shaped the wine.

The Sara Pérez y René Barbier Gratallops Partida Bellvisos Tinto is a refined, biodynamic red wine. This wine is elegant and powerful at the same time, with an intense mineral expression, aromas of ripe red and black berries, Mediterranean herbs, violets, graphite, and subtle wood notes. The structure is complex, with refined acidity, ripe tannins, and a remarkably long finish.

FUN FACT: The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to pick up the wine, you often receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you select 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, almost next to the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address.

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1. Leg of lamb with lavender, thyme and roasted aubergine
The spicy and floral flavors in the dish complement the Mediterranean spiciness and floral notes of the wine. The full texture of the lamb offers a beautiful balance with the ripe tannins.

2. Grilled sirloin steak with black garlic butter and parsnip fries
The juicy, fatty meat tempers the firm structure of the wine, while the deep flavor of black garlic enhances the earthy character and minerality in the glass.

3. Lentil stew with chorizo, smoked paprika, and bay leaf
The smoky chorizo and spicy accents mirror the warmth and spiciness of the wine. The texture of the lentils gives the dish enough weight for this powerful Priorat.

4. Duck breast with plum sauce, caramelized onion and celeriac purée
The combination of sweet, earthy, and savory enhances the rich fruit and umami of the wine. The soft texture of the duck complements the silky tannins.

5. Mushroom risotto with truffle and aged Manchego
The earthy flavors of mushroom and truffle enhance the slate-like minerality. Manchego adds salinity and creaminess that combines beautifully with the depth of the wine.

6. Venison loin with blackberry jus, parsnip cream and roasted hazelnut
The intense game flavor matches the concentration of the wine. The blackberry jus accentuates the dark fruit, while hazelnut provides structure and extra length.