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Prior Criança

2001 Priorat Garnatxa 85%

Scala Dei Prior Criança is a captivating red wine from the renowned Priorat region, showcasing an elegant blend dominated by Garnatxa. This vintage, dating back to two thousand one, reveals a rich, deep ruby color that invites exploration. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied experience, perfectly balancing its freshness with a vibrant acidity that adds a delightful lift. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering luscious notes of dark berries and ripe cherries, complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthy undertones. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that enhances the wine's aging potential. With its dry profile, Scala Dei Prior Criança is an exceptional expression of its terroir, promising an enjoyable and sophisticated drinking experience.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:


Spain
Spain

While its reputation as a serious wine destination was eclipsed by France and Italy for many years, ignoring Spain today means missing out on some of the world's most exciting wines. Enjoying hundreds of miles of sun-kissed coastline and rocky interiors at higher elevations, Spain provides an ideal location for vineyards. Whether it is sparkling cavas from Catalonia, crisp Verdejos from Rueda, sublime Tempranillos from Ribera del Duero or inky Monastrells from Valencia, Spain has many wine styles to explore, all expressing the country's wildly unique terroir.

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