Catalonia
Catalonia, located in north-eastern Spain, is a vibrant and diverse wine region celebrated for its exceptional fine wines. With a rich winemaking heritage that dates back centuries, Catalonia offers a captivating array of wines that highlight the region's unique terroir and winemaking traditions.
One of the most famous vineyards in Catalonia is Bodegas Torres, a renowned winery with a long-standing tradition of producing exceptional wines. Their wines, including Mas La Plana and Gran Coronas, showcase the region's commitment to quality and innovation. Catalonia is known for its red wines, with the Priorat and Penedès regions standing out as premier wine-producing areas. Vineyards such as Clos Mogador, Alvaro Palacios, and Mas Doix produce exceptional red wines that embody the power, complexity, and elegance for which Priorat is renowned. Penedès, on the other hand, is celebrated for its Cava sparkling wines, with renowned producers like Freixenet and Codorníu leading the way.
The region is also known for its white wines, with the Penedès and Empordà regions producing notable examples. Vineyards such as Parés Baltà, Gramona, and Can Ràfols dels Caus craft exceptional white wines that exhibit freshness, complexity, and a distinctive expression of their terroir.
Catalonia's fine wines beautifully reflect the region's diverse landscapes, from the coastal areas of Alella and Empordà to the inland regions of Priorat and Penedès. The wines of Catalonia showcase a harmonious balance between tradition and innovation, with winemakers embracing both indigenous and international grape varieties.
Catalonia
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(6x75cl) 2016Vinous (93)
Brilliant ruby-red. A complex, expansive bouquet evokes red fruit preserves, smoky minerals, exotic spices and candied flowers that show excellent clarity. Sappy, alluringly sweet and penetrating on the palate, offering juicy black raspberry, cherry liqueur, spicecake flavors and a suave floral undertone. Plays richness off of energy adroitly and shows no rough edges. The mineral and spice notes drive an impressively long, sharply delineated finish that's framed by velvety, steadily mounting tannins.Inc. VAT£268.78 -
The exquisite Raventós i Blanc Mas del Serral 2009, a sparkling wine of exceptional complexity and grace, hails from Catalonia, Spain. Crafted by the renowned Raventós i Blanc, a winemaking dynasty dating back to 1497, this wine exemplifies perfection with three years of lees ageing and a further six years of bottle ageing. Expertly sculpted from a blend of Xarel·lo and Parellada grapes delicately harvested from the prized Mas del Serral vineyard, it oscillates between freshness and maturity.
Perfect acidity and fine bubbles introduce an amalgamation of bright citrus notes balanced with aged honey undertones, culminating in a lingering, nuanced finish. A glorious testament to the terroir, the Raventós i Blanc Mas del Serral 2009 effectively captures the minerality of the limestone-rich soils of the 12-hectare estate. Unquestionably, it stands among the premier Catalan sparkling wines.
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(6x75cl) 2015```htmlMas Doix 1902 Centenary Carignan 2015 is a distinguished expression from the esteemed Mas Doix estate, located in the heart of the Languedoc region. Crafted from hand-selected Carignan grapes grown in clay-limestone soils, this vintage benefits from the region’s Mediterranean climate, ensuring optimal ripeness and complexity. The grapes undergo traditional vinification, with gentle fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve their vibrant fruit characteristics. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for twelve months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle tannins and a refined structure. On the nose, Mas Doix 1902 Centenary Carignan 2015 reveals intricate aromas of ripe red berries, spice, and earthy undertones. The palate is balanced and elegant, offering a harmonious blend of acidity and tannins, leading to a persistent, graceful finish. This Carignan exemplifies the excellence and heritage of Mas Doix 1902, making it a premier choice for discerning wine enthusiasts.
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Vinous (92)
(50% carinena, 48% garnacha and 2% merlot) Inky violet. Vibrant cherry, cassis and violet aromas are deepened by smoky bacon, mocha and toasty oak. Tightly wound, with firmly structured dark berry flavors and no flab. Picks up a spicy quality on the impressively long, juicy finish, which offers an intriguing, rooty cola flavor.Inc. VAT£648.80 -
(6x75cl) 2007Wine Advocate (95)
The flagship, the 2007 Costers de Vinas Viejas is a blend of 50% Carinena , 48% Garnacha, and 2% Merlot aged for 16 months in new French oak. It offers up an aromatic array of smoke, mineral, leather, licorice, incense, plum, and black cherry. This leads to a full-bodied, voluminous, plush wine with a youthful personality and enough structure to evolve for 3-4 years. This lengthy effort will be at its best from 2013 to 2022 if not longer.Inc. VAT£481.24 -
Wine Advocate (95)
I had two vintages of the old-vine cuvée to taste side by side, starting with the 2014 Doix Costers de Vinyes Velles. Made of 55% Cariñena and 45% Garnacha from old vines on slopes on slate llicorella soils, the fermentation and aging are the same as for the centenary Carignan: fermentation in stainless steel with neutral yeasts and an élevage of 16 months in new French barriques. It has moderate alcohol and high acidity. It has already started developing some tertiary notes and shows some graphite and wet slate notes. The palate shows great balance, with concentration and freshness—what you're aiming for in a wine like this where pure power might be too much. 5,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in April 2016.Inc. VAT£470.38 -
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2021 Martinet Bru was also bottled and ready for tasting. 2021 is a year of very good potential in Priorat. There is great tension here, and the wine has freshness, complexity and depth, something special, but it was not easy, as they got a lot of rain in September. It's elegant and balanced, the tannins are very fine and the wine feels very relaxed (quite remarkable, as it was recently bottled). It has to be one of the finest vintages of Martinet Bru. I find great purity here. Sara Pérez told me the 2021s seem to dance... There are some 56,000 bottles. This is bottled over a period of time, and they started in July 2022.Inc. VAT£190.78 -
Wine Advocate (96)
I love the 2015 Clos Martinet, which I find complex and elegant while keeping the Priorat rustic character found in the best vintages, like 2000. It's balanced, and the palate feels ethereal for the concentration it has. The tannins are abundant but very fine-grained, and there is a sense of harmony that is captivating. A great Clos Martinet. I had the chance to drink the 2000 a few days before I tasted this, and it remains one of the best years they have produced. 2015 is also among the best years. The favorites for Sara Pérez are 2009, 2013, 2015 and 2017. 12,000 bottles were filled in April 2017.Inc. VAT£369.20 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The flagship 2018 Clos Martinet is the wine that started it all and is still a blend of Garnacha (Tinta and Peluda), Syrah, Cariñena, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Monastrell as it was since the beginning but now with a restrained 13.5% alcohol and higher acidity. Clos Martinet is a single five-hectare terraced vineyard planted with clonal material in 1986 on decomposed llicorella slate, iron and big rocks in the soil. The varieties are co-fermented depending on the date picked—at three different ripening times—in two concrete vats and 200-liter oak vats with indigenous yeast and whole clusters. The beginning and end of the élevage was in concrete, and in between they used 2,000- and 4,100-liter oak vats and some 20% in glass demijohn and amphorae. The wine is subtle and a bit shy, insinuating rather than in your face. There is a lot less ripeness than in the past. It's medium-bodied and fluid, fresh and balanced. This is a very elegant Clos Martinet. 11,070 bottles and some larger formats produced. It was bottled in June 2020.Inc. VAT£346.32 -
Wine Advocate (95)
Their flagship 2019 Clos Martinet, one of the wines produced in the first vintage of the new Priorat in 1989 by the father of Sara Pérez, is still a blend of Garnacha (Tinta and Peluda), Syrah, Cariñena, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Monastrell. The nose is dark despite the lowish alcohol (13.5%) and has an earthy touch, with hints of fountain pen ink and abundant grainy tannins. 14,000 bottles produced.Inc. VAT£316.32 -
Wine Advocate (98)
The nose of the 2021 Clos Martinet is amazing, very different, perfumed, elegant and nuanced. I wondered why, and there was an explanation. In 2021, it had a shorter vinification, and part was fermented with carbonic maceration and matured mostly in concrete (like in 2009, when it was 100% in concrete, a one-off) and the rest in a 2,000-liter oak foudre. There's a lot of Garnacha (65%) and the vineyard is quite warm, so they had to find a way to equalize it down. It has 13.5% alcohol and a vibrant palate that is fine-boned and elegant, full of energy and an electric sensation of lightness. It's tasty and makes you salivate, with an almost salty touch. This is an amazing vintage for Clos Martinet. 16,696 bottles, 216 magnums and some larger formats produced. It was bottled in June 2023.Inc. VAT£429.12 -
(6x75cl) 2014Immerse your senses in the sublime elegance of the Nin-Ortiz Mas d’en Cacador Nit de Nin 2014. Crafted in the esteemed winemaking region of Priorat, Spain by Ester Nin and Carles Ortiz, this red wine is an enigmatic jewel in their crown. The meticulous cultivation of old-vine Garnacha and Carignan grapes from llicorella (black slate) soils, along with biodynamic farming practices, contributes to the distinctive character of this wine. The familial heritage of Ester Nin, combined with the innovative flair of Carles Ortiz, speaks volumes in each bottle. Its striking dark fruit flavours are superbly balanced with tones of earthiness, black pepper and a rich minerality, all encased within a firm tannin profile. Aged for 24 months in French oak barrels, the Nin-Ortiz Mas d’en Cacador Nit de Nin 2014 showcases a harmonious balance of complexity and subtlety. Relish the intense aromatic splendour of this fine wine, encapsulating the essence of Priorat's viticultural excellence.
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Jancis Robinson (18.5)
100% Malvasía de Sitges. Organic viticulture. Hand-harvested. Gentle pressing. Fermented in stainless-steel vats and aged on its lees for 9 months with bâtonnage twice a month. Neither fined nor filtered. Tasted blind. Fabulous! It is a saline, linear wine with a lot of energy, depth and very serious too. Elegance, strength, minerality and a clear sensation of wet stones. Very long and precise. Umami sensation on the back palate. I am impressed with this wine. World class. (FC) 12.5%Inc. VAT£176.66 -
(6x75cl) 2004Vinous (94)
Deep purple. Powerful, sexy aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, fruitcake, cigar box, graphite and violet, with suave oak spice adding even more interest. Sweet, silky and deep, with wonderfully pure dark berry flavors complemented by cinnamon, smoked bacon and red licorice. Utterly delicious if very young, with great vibrancy, clarity and even elegance. This compellingly sweet and very long wine is the best bottling of Clos Mogador I've had to date.Inc. VAT£1,027.49 -
(6x75cl) 2006Vinous (93)
(a blend of garnacha, cabernet, carinena and syrah) Opaque purple. Primary blackberry and boysenberry aromas open with air to display sexy Asian spice and floral character, complemented by notes of cola and smoky minerals. Velvety dark berry preserve flavors are framed by supple tannins and become spicier with aeration. The spiciness gains strength on the long, sappy, focused finish, which strongly echoes the cola note. This is livelier than the 2005, 2004 or 2003 bottlings.Inc. VAT£623.09 -
Wine Advocate (98)
The flagship 2018 Clos Mogador is a blend of 45% Garnacha, 29% Cariñena, 16% Syrah and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon that fermented with natural yeasts and showcases their philosophy—slow fermentations with long maceration and long aging. It matured for 18 months in 2,000-liter oak vats and 30% in 300-liter oak barrels. There was a lot of rain in 2018, and the vineyards were extremely happy and everything seemed very easy; in fact, René Barbier told me it was perhaps too easy... It's an atypical year: It has a gentle profile, and the wines are not as concentrated as those from 2013 (the last rainy year before 2018)—they are more elegant and nuanced. This should develop beautifully in bottle. 27,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2020.Inc. VAT£727.18 -
Wine Advocate (98)
The eponymous red 2021 Clos Mogador fermented with some 30% full clusters trying to give it more freshness (but without noticing the stems) with a long maceration (40 to 50 days) and (almost) no punching down, with less extraction. There's been a progressive change in the vineyard (they removed the south-facing Cabernet Sauvignon), and they increased Cariñena (around 30%), which in the future will be almost as much as Garnacha. It has aromatic complexity and a beautiful texture. It matured in 2,000-liter oak foudres and a small part in barrel and later in concrete. The wine has 14% alcohol and has the Priorat, Mogador and Mediterranean character (wet slate, graphite, aromatic herbs) with more elegance and freshness. The tannins are also a lot more elegant, and the wine comes through as very balanced. They produced 35,000 bottles of this. It was bottled in June 2023.Inc. VAT£162.52 -
Wine Advocate (98)
The eponymous red 2021 Clos Mogador fermented with some 30% full clusters trying to give it more freshness (but without noticing the stems) with a long maceration (40 to 50 days) and (almost) no punching down, with less extraction. There's been a progressive change in the vineyard (they removed the south-facing Cabernet Sauvignon), and they increased Cariñena (around 30%), which in the future will be almost as much as Garnacha. It has aromatic complexity and a beautiful texture. It matured in 2,000-liter oak foudres and a small part in barrel and later in concrete. The wine has 14% alcohol and has the Priorat, Mogador and Mediterranean character (wet slate, graphite, aromatic herbs) with more elegance and freshness. The tannins are also a lot more elegant, and the wine comes through as very balanced. They produced 35,000 bottles of this. It was bottled in June 2023.Inc. VAT£341.15 -
(6x75cl) 2003Wine Advocate (96)
The 2003 Tirant is a similar blend as the Amadis. Fermented in foudre and aged in French oak for 12 months, it is a more refined version of the Amadis with more complexity and elegance, but nevertheless still a beast of a wine. The purple/black color is followed by aromas of melting tar, blueberries, blackberries, and a touch of vanillin. The wine is dense and rich with layers of flavor, the tannin well hidden by the fruit. Give this bad boy another 4-6 years of cellaring and drink it for 15 years thereafter.Inc. VAT£509.15 -
(1x75cl) 2004Indulge your palate with the exquisite blend of the Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2004, a fine wine product hailing from the prestigious Priorat region of Spain. As an expertly crafted Carignane and Garnacha masterpiece, its expression is imbued with the might of the Spanish sun and the distinctive slate, known as 'llicorella', soil of its vineyard. The year 2004 treatment is particularly renowned for its bold flavour profile, employing traditional 'en vaso' or goblet training of vines. Created by visionary winemakers Maria Sangenís and Joan Sangenís, it reflects their keen understanding of terroir and respect for multi-generational winemaking traditions.
This bold red wine boasts an intense dark cherry colour and provides refined spicy nuances on the nose. These elegantly complement its complex palette of ripe, black fruit and balsamic touches. The Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2004 represents perfect maturity coupled with an enjoyable freshness making it an ambrosial offering for the discerning connoisseur.
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(6x75cl) 2005
Discover the majestic Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2005, a sophisticated gem hailing from the renowned Priorat region of Spain. This wine, a brilliant fusion of Grenache and Carignan, is a testament to the bespoke quality pursued by the producer, the Sangenis i Vaque family. This Spanish family with roots in winemaking from the 1700s, cultivate their vineyards located on steep slopes with schist soil, bringing a rich minerality and concentration in their wines.
True to their tradition, the Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2005 sees 18 months of maturation in French oak barrels, leading to complex flavours characterised by ripe fruits, hints of spice, and silky tannins. The wine has been praised globally for its full-bodied structure and long, elegant finish. The Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2005 is a sublime manifestation of the family's commitment to crafting wines of profound depth and character.
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(12x75cl) 2008Indulge in the exquisite Terra Verema Triumvirat 2008, a superior vintage from the distinguished Terra Verema estate in Spain's esteemed Priorat region. A compelling mélange of Grenache, Carignan, and Syrah, this wine whispers of the terroir, with its schistose, mineral-rich soils valiantly reflected in every sip. The labour-intensive, organic methods employed in its crafting lend it an impeccable purity. Hand-harvested grapes, diligent selection, and traditional winemaking techniques redefine its opulence, bolstered by 16 months' maturation in French oak barrels. Notoriously low-yielding, the ancient vines imbue a concentrated flavour profile and profound complexity. Opulent red fruit, spicy notes, and earthy undertones meld perfectly, culminating in a long, satisfying finish. Acclaimed for its robust character and remarkable ageing potential, Terra Verema Triumvirat 2008 radiates a majestic aura. Savour this indisputable testament to the refined artistry of winemaking.
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Wine Advocate (95+)
Similar to the Dits del Terra but from a north-facing slope, the 2013 Arbossar is pure Cariñena from an ancient vineyard planted around 90 years ago, and it is always a fresher and more floral style of Cariñena, matured in a Stockinger foudre for some 16 months. I already tasted an unbottled sample last year and it showed great, lively, very red fruit-driven, electric and full of flowers and minerals, and the bottled version has delivered as expected. It's a bright ruby colored red, which is always fragrant and perfumed, more feminine than the Dits del Terra, which is the comparison because both vineyards are in Torroja and the wines share the same price range. The nose reveals bright red fruit, and feels fresher than the 2014. The tannins are ultra-sleek, really elegant and balanced. This is a superb, elegant and fresh Cariñena, without any rusticity. Super! 4,669 bottles were filled in August 2015.Inc. VAT£372.72 -
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Wine Advocate (95)
The south-facing Cariñena vineyard used for the 2018 Dits del Terra is worked biodynamically and is in the process of being certified organic. The grapes fermented in concrete with indigenous yeasts, and the wine matured in 50% oak foudre and 50% in concrete. The 2019 will be 100% concrete. You can immediately notice the cooler year and the longer ripening cycle here compared with the 2017; there is more depth here, and the quality of the tannins is completely different and provide for a more elegant mouthfeel. The oak is neatly integrated and folded into the structure of the wine. It comes through as medium-bodied, powerful and elegant. It should develop nicely in bottle. 2,006 bottles were filled in September 2020.Inc. VAT£436.32
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(12x75cl) 2021In Bond£949.48
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(6x75cl) 2016
Vinous (93)
Brilliant ruby-red. A complex, expansive bouquet evokes red fruit preserves, smoky minerals, exotic spices and candied flowers that show excellent clarity. Sappy, alluringly sweet and penetrating on the palate, offering juicy black raspberry, cherry liqueur, spicecake flavors and a suave floral undertone. Plays richness off of energy adroitly and shows no rough edges. The mineral and spice notes drive an impressively long, sharply delineated finish that's framed by velvety, steadily mounting tannins.In Bond£204.00 -
The exquisite Raventós i Blanc Mas del Serral 2009, a sparkling wine of exceptional complexity and grace, hails from Catalonia, Spain. Crafted by the renowned Raventós i Blanc, a winemaking dynasty dating back to 1497, this wine exemplifies perfection with three years of lees ageing and a further six years of bottle ageing. Expertly sculpted from a blend of Xarel·lo and Parellada grapes delicately harvested from the prized Mas del Serral vineyard, it oscillates between freshness and maturity.
Perfect acidity and fine bubbles introduce an amalgamation of bright citrus notes balanced with aged honey undertones, culminating in a lingering, nuanced finish. A glorious testament to the terroir, the Raventós i Blanc Mas del Serral 2009 effectively captures the minerality of the limestone-rich soils of the 12-hectare estate. Unquestionably, it stands among the premier Catalan sparkling wines.
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(6x75cl) 2015```html
Mas Doix 1902 Centenary Carignan 2015 is a distinguished expression from the esteemed Mas Doix estate, located in the heart of the Languedoc region. Crafted from hand-selected Carignan grapes grown in clay-limestone soils, this vintage benefits from the region’s Mediterranean climate, ensuring optimal ripeness and complexity. The grapes undergo traditional vinification, with gentle fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve their vibrant fruit characteristics. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for twelve months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle tannins and a refined structure. On the nose, Mas Doix 1902 Centenary Carignan 2015 reveals intricate aromas of ripe red berries, spice, and earthy undertones. The palate is balanced and elegant, offering a harmonious blend of acidity and tannins, leading to a persistent, graceful finish. This Carignan exemplifies the excellence and heritage of Mas Doix 1902, making it a premier choice for discerning wine enthusiasts.
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Vinous (92)
(50% carinena, 48% garnacha and 2% merlot) Inky violet. Vibrant cherry, cassis and violet aromas are deepened by smoky bacon, mocha and toasty oak. Tightly wound, with firmly structured dark berry flavors and no flab. Picks up a spicy quality on the impressively long, juicy finish, which offers an intriguing, rooty cola flavor.In Bond£520.00 -
(6x75cl) 2007
Wine Advocate (95)
The flagship, the 2007 Costers de Vinas Viejas is a blend of 50% Carinena , 48% Garnacha, and 2% Merlot aged for 16 months in new French oak. It offers up an aromatic array of smoke, mineral, leather, licorice, incense, plum, and black cherry. This leads to a full-bodied, voluminous, plush wine with a youthful personality and enough structure to evolve for 3-4 years. This lengthy effort will be at its best from 2013 to 2022 if not longer.In Bond£385.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
I had two vintages of the old-vine cuvée to taste side by side, starting with the 2014 Doix Costers de Vinyes Velles. Made of 55% Cariñena and 45% Garnacha from old vines on slopes on slate llicorella soils, the fermentation and aging are the same as for the centenary Carignan: fermentation in stainless steel with neutral yeasts and an élevage of 16 months in new French barriques. It has moderate alcohol and high acidity. It has already started developing some tertiary notes and shows some graphite and wet slate notes. The palate shows great balance, with concentration and freshness—what you're aiming for in a wine like this where pure power might be too much. 5,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in April 2016.In Bond£372.00 -
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2021 Martinet Bru was also bottled and ready for tasting. 2021 is a year of very good potential in Priorat. There is great tension here, and the wine has freshness, complexity and depth, something special, but it was not easy, as they got a lot of rain in September. It's elegant and balanced, the tannins are very fine and the wine feels very relaxed (quite remarkable, as it was recently bottled). It has to be one of the finest vintages of Martinet Bru. I find great purity here. Sara Pérez told me the 2021s seem to dance... There are some 56,000 bottles. This is bottled over a period of time, and they started in July 2022.In Bond£139.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
I love the 2015 Clos Martinet, which I find complex and elegant while keeping the Priorat rustic character found in the best vintages, like 2000. It's balanced, and the palate feels ethereal for the concentration it has. The tannins are abundant but very fine-grained, and there is a sense of harmony that is captivating. A great Clos Martinet. I had the chance to drink the 2000 a few days before I tasted this, and it remains one of the best years they have produced. 2015 is also among the best years. The favorites for Sara Pérez are 2009, 2013, 2015 and 2017. 12,000 bottles were filled in April 2017.In Bond£287.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The flagship 2018 Clos Martinet is the wine that started it all and is still a blend of Garnacha (Tinta and Peluda), Syrah, Cariñena, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Monastrell as it was since the beginning but now with a restrained 13.5% alcohol and higher acidity. Clos Martinet is a single five-hectare terraced vineyard planted with clonal material in 1986 on decomposed llicorella slate, iron and big rocks in the soil. The varieties are co-fermented depending on the date picked—at three different ripening times—in two concrete vats and 200-liter oak vats with indigenous yeast and whole clusters. The beginning and end of the élevage was in concrete, and in between they used 2,000- and 4,100-liter oak vats and some 20% in glass demijohn and amphorae. The wine is subtle and a bit shy, insinuating rather than in your face. There is a lot less ripeness than in the past. It's medium-bodied and fluid, fresh and balanced. This is a very elegant Clos Martinet. 11,070 bottles and some larger formats produced. It was bottled in June 2020.In Bond£270.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
Their flagship 2019 Clos Martinet, one of the wines produced in the first vintage of the new Priorat in 1989 by the father of Sara Pérez, is still a blend of Garnacha (Tinta and Peluda), Syrah, Cariñena, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Monastrell. The nose is dark despite the lowish alcohol (13.5%) and has an earthy touch, with hints of fountain pen ink and abundant grainy tannins. 14,000 bottles produced.In Bond£245.00 -
Wine Advocate (98)
The nose of the 2021 Clos Martinet is amazing, very different, perfumed, elegant and nuanced. I wondered why, and there was an explanation. In 2021, it had a shorter vinification, and part was fermented with carbonic maceration and matured mostly in concrete (like in 2009, when it was 100% in concrete, a one-off) and the rest in a 2,000-liter oak foudre. There's a lot of Garnacha (65%) and the vineyard is quite warm, so they had to find a way to equalize it down. It has 13.5% alcohol and a vibrant palate that is fine-boned and elegant, full of energy and an electric sensation of lightness. It's tasty and makes you salivate, with an almost salty touch. This is an amazing vintage for Clos Martinet. 16,696 bottles, 216 magnums and some larger formats produced. It was bottled in June 2023.In Bond£339.00 -
(6x75cl) 2014
Immerse your senses in the sublime elegance of the Nin-Ortiz Mas d’en Cacador Nit de Nin 2014. Crafted in the esteemed winemaking region of Priorat, Spain by Ester Nin and Carles Ortiz, this red wine is an enigmatic jewel in their crown. The meticulous cultivation of old-vine Garnacha and Carignan grapes from llicorella (black slate) soils, along with biodynamic farming practices, contributes to the distinctive character of this wine. The familial heritage of Ester Nin, combined with the innovative flair of Carles Ortiz, speaks volumes in each bottle. Its striking dark fruit flavours are superbly balanced with tones of earthiness, black pepper and a rich minerality, all encased within a firm tannin profile. Aged for 24 months in French oak barrels, the Nin-Ortiz Mas d’en Cacador Nit de Nin 2014 showcases a harmonious balance of complexity and subtlety. Relish the intense aromatic splendour of this fine wine, encapsulating the essence of Priorat's viticultural excellence.
In Bond£445.00 -
Jancis Robinson (18.5)
100% Malvasía de Sitges. Organic viticulture. Hand-harvested. Gentle pressing. Fermented in stainless-steel vats and aged on its lees for 9 months with bâtonnage twice a month. Neither fined nor filtered. Tasted blind. Fabulous! It is a saline, linear wine with a lot of energy, depth and very serious too. Elegance, strength, minerality and a clear sensation of wet stones. Very long and precise. Umami sensation on the back palate. I am impressed with this wine. World class. (FC) 12.5%In Bond£130.00 -
(6x75cl) 2004
Vinous (94)
Deep purple. Powerful, sexy aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, fruitcake, cigar box, graphite and violet, with suave oak spice adding even more interest. Sweet, silky and deep, with wonderfully pure dark berry flavors complemented by cinnamon, smoked bacon and red licorice. Utterly delicious if very young, with great vibrancy, clarity and even elegance. This compellingly sweet and very long wine is the best bottling of Clos Mogador I've had to date.In Bond£837.00 -
(6x75cl) 2006
Vinous (93)
(a blend of garnacha, cabernet, carinena and syrah) Opaque purple. Primary blackberry and boysenberry aromas open with air to display sexy Asian spice and floral character, complemented by notes of cola and smoky minerals. Velvety dark berry preserve flavors are framed by supple tannins and become spicier with aeration. The spiciness gains strength on the long, sappy, focused finish, which strongly echoes the cola note. This is livelier than the 2005, 2004 or 2003 bottlings.In Bond£500.00 -
Wine Advocate (98)
The flagship 2018 Clos Mogador is a blend of 45% Garnacha, 29% Cariñena, 16% Syrah and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon that fermented with natural yeasts and showcases their philosophy—slow fermentations with long maceration and long aging. It matured for 18 months in 2,000-liter oak vats and 30% in 300-liter oak barrels. There was a lot of rain in 2018, and the vineyards were extremely happy and everything seemed very easy; in fact, René Barbier told me it was perhaps too easy... It's an atypical year: It has a gentle profile, and the wines are not as concentrated as those from 2013 (the last rainy year before 2018)—they are more elegant and nuanced. This should develop beautifully in bottle. 27,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2020.In Bond£586.00 -
Wine Advocate (98)
The eponymous red 2021 Clos Mogador fermented with some 30% full clusters trying to give it more freshness (but without noticing the stems) with a long maceration (40 to 50 days) and (almost) no punching down, with less extraction. There's been a progressive change in the vineyard (they removed the south-facing Cabernet Sauvignon), and they increased Cariñena (around 30%), which in the future will be almost as much as Garnacha. It has aromatic complexity and a beautiful texture. It matured in 2,000-liter oak foudres and a small part in barrel and later in concrete. The wine has 14% alcohol and has the Priorat, Mogador and Mediterranean character (wet slate, graphite, aromatic herbs) with more elegance and freshness. The tannins are also a lot more elegant, and the wine comes through as very balanced. They produced 35,000 bottles of this. It was bottled in June 2023.In Bond£129.00 -
Wine Advocate (98)
The eponymous red 2021 Clos Mogador fermented with some 30% full clusters trying to give it more freshness (but without noticing the stems) with a long maceration (40 to 50 days) and (almost) no punching down, with less extraction. There's been a progressive change in the vineyard (they removed the south-facing Cabernet Sauvignon), and they increased Cariñena (around 30%), which in the future will be almost as much as Garnacha. It has aromatic complexity and a beautiful texture. It matured in 2,000-liter oak foudres and a small part in barrel and later in concrete. The wine has 14% alcohol and has the Priorat, Mogador and Mediterranean character (wet slate, graphite, aromatic herbs) with more elegance and freshness. The tannins are also a lot more elegant, and the wine comes through as very balanced. They produced 35,000 bottles of this. It was bottled in June 2023.In Bond£265.00 -
(6x75cl) 2003
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2003 Tirant is a similar blend as the Amadis. Fermented in foudre and aged in French oak for 12 months, it is a more refined version of the Amadis with more complexity and elegance, but nevertheless still a beast of a wine. The purple/black color is followed by aromas of melting tar, blueberries, blackberries, and a touch of vanillin. The wine is dense and rich with layers of flavor, the tannin well hidden by the fruit. Give this bad boy another 4-6 years of cellaring and drink it for 15 years thereafter.In Bond£405.00 -
(1x75cl) 2004
Indulge your palate with the exquisite blend of the Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2004, a fine wine product hailing from the prestigious Priorat region of Spain. As an expertly crafted Carignane and Garnacha masterpiece, its expression is imbued with the might of the Spanish sun and the distinctive slate, known as 'llicorella', soil of its vineyard. The year 2004 treatment is particularly renowned for its bold flavour profile, employing traditional 'en vaso' or goblet training of vines. Created by visionary winemakers Maria Sangenís and Joan Sangenís, it reflects their keen understanding of terroir and respect for multi-generational winemaking traditions.
This bold red wine boasts an intense dark cherry colour and provides refined spicy nuances on the nose. These elegantly complement its complex palette of ripe, black fruit and balsamic touches. The Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2004 represents perfect maturity coupled with an enjoyable freshness making it an ambrosial offering for the discerning connoisseur.
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(6x75cl) 2005
Discover the majestic Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2005, a sophisticated gem hailing from the renowned Priorat region of Spain. This wine, a brilliant fusion of Grenache and Carignan, is a testament to the bespoke quality pursued by the producer, the Sangenis i Vaque family. This Spanish family with roots in winemaking from the 1700s, cultivate their vineyards located on steep slopes with schist soil, bringing a rich minerality and concentration in their wines.
True to their tradition, the Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2005 sees 18 months of maturation in French oak barrels, leading to complex flavours characterised by ripe fruits, hints of spice, and silky tannins. The wine has been praised globally for its full-bodied structure and long, elegant finish. The Sangenis i Vaque Clos Monlleo 2005 is a sublime manifestation of the family's commitment to crafting wines of profound depth and character.
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(12x75cl) 2008
Indulge in the exquisite Terra Verema Triumvirat 2008, a superior vintage from the distinguished Terra Verema estate in Spain's esteemed Priorat region. A compelling mélange of Grenache, Carignan, and Syrah, this wine whispers of the terroir, with its schistose, mineral-rich soils valiantly reflected in every sip. The labour-intensive, organic methods employed in its crafting lend it an impeccable purity. Hand-harvested grapes, diligent selection, and traditional winemaking techniques redefine its opulence, bolstered by 16 months' maturation in French oak barrels. Notoriously low-yielding, the ancient vines imbue a concentrated flavour profile and profound complexity. Opulent red fruit, spicy notes, and earthy undertones meld perfectly, culminating in a long, satisfying finish. Acclaimed for its robust character and remarkable ageing potential, Terra Verema Triumvirat 2008 radiates a majestic aura. Savour this indisputable testament to the refined artistry of winemaking.
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Wine Advocate (95+)
Similar to the Dits del Terra but from a north-facing slope, the 2013 Arbossar is pure Cariñena from an ancient vineyard planted around 90 years ago, and it is always a fresher and more floral style of Cariñena, matured in a Stockinger foudre for some 16 months. I already tasted an unbottled sample last year and it showed great, lively, very red fruit-driven, electric and full of flowers and minerals, and the bottled version has delivered as expected. It's a bright ruby colored red, which is always fragrant and perfumed, more feminine than the Dits del Terra, which is the comparison because both vineyards are in Torroja and the wines share the same price range. The nose reveals bright red fruit, and feels fresher than the 2014. The tannins are ultra-sleek, really elegant and balanced. This is a superb, elegant and fresh Cariñena, without any rusticity. Super! 4,669 bottles were filled in August 2015.In Bond£292.00 -
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Wine Advocate (95)
The south-facing Cariñena vineyard used for the 2018 Dits del Terra is worked biodynamically and is in the process of being certified organic. The grapes fermented in concrete with indigenous yeasts, and the wine matured in 50% oak foudre and 50% in concrete. The 2019 will be 100% concrete. You can immediately notice the cooler year and the longer ripening cycle here compared with the 2017; there is more depth here, and the quality of the tannins is completely different and provide for a more elegant mouthfeel. The oak is neatly integrated and folded into the structure of the wine. It comes through as medium-bodied, powerful and elegant. It should develop nicely in bottle. 2,006 bottles were filled in September 2020.In Bond£345.00
