Clos Fontà is the flagship wine of this estate. It is meant to illustrate the Priorat's typicality: strength, Mediterranean character and the minerality of the terroir. To achieve this, a selection of old vines is used (Grenache, Carignan and Cabernet sauvignon).
Vinification
Aged for 14 months in new French oak barrels (90%) and big vats (10%).
Storage potential
Drink as from: 2024
Best moment: 2028-2034
Until: 2038
To serve
Serve at 18°C in a large glass, after decanting, at least during the first 7 years.
Trial analysis
Deep young colour.
Rich aromatic pallet of ripe red fruit (cherries) and Mediterranean spices with a hint of mocha and cocoa.
The wood is perfectly integrated.
Well balanced and meaty on the palate, with silky tannins and a superb concentration.
A very long finish.
Flavor profile
Wood
None
Aged in wood barrels
Heavily aged in wood barrels
Acidity
Low acidity
Balanced
High acidity
Fruitiness
Low fruitiness
Balanced
High fruitiness
Structure
Elegant
Balanced
Full-bodied