La Cartuja • Priorat

Country: Spain
Region: Priorat
Varietal: Carignan & Grenache
Vintage: 2013
Body: full
Alcohol: 14.5

The classic grape variety grown in Priorat is Garnacha Tinta, which is found in all of the older, well-established vineyards. Other red varietals authorized are Garnacha Peluda, Cariñena, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Four white varieties are authorized are Garnacha Blanca, Macabeo, Pedro Ximenez and Chenin.
This lovely Priorat is a blend of Garnacha Tinta & Cariñena.  Big black pepper, mint & licorice on the nose. Black & blue berries on the palate with firm tannins that need some calming. Give it an hour of air if you have the time to spare.