Clos i Terrasses Laurel Priorat Magnum 1.5 Liter 2021
Sourced from three small vineyards in the Gratallops, this blend of Grenache, Syrah with a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon is Clos I Terrasses' second wine, made from the grapes from younger vines, or the occasional declassified barrel of top wine Clos Erasmus. But it is a thing of beauty unto itself, aged for 16-18 months in a combination of vessels and full of intense aromas of fresh blackberries, cherries, and spice. Dense and concentrated, but extremely energetic and with huge ageing potential.
Clos i Terrasses' 2021 wines are precise and focused, with some vats finishing at almost one-degree alcohol lower than usual. The wines show a tapestry of cracking red fruits and citrus with a delicate but layered texture, perfect balance, and a very long finish.