Clos Fontà 2019
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Clos Fontà 2019
Ecológico
The top-shelf product of bodega Mas d’en Gil, the wine Clos Fontà expresses Priorat classicism at its best.
A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Carignan, this Spanish red wine is produced from the oldest vines of the winery, planted in llicorella (slate) soils between 1931 and 1970. They are organically certified.
The grapes were harvested by hand, meticulously selected and separately vinified. First, they were macerated and fermented in stainless steel tanks and concrete diposits under controlled temperature.
After that, the wine Clos Fontà 2019 was transferred into 225-litre French oak barrels and 1,500-litre oak vats, where it was aged for 16 months. Finally, this organic red wine was aged for a further 36 months before it was launched onto the market.
Decant this Priorat red wine 1 hour before drinking at the very least. Bear in mind, though, that a longer decanting period will greatly enhance your drinking experience.
Pair this Reserva red wine with foie, casseroles and game dishes.
6,393 bottles produced.
| Appearance | The wine Clos Fontà is medium purple with a cherry-coloured rim. |
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| Nose | This blend of old-vines Grenache and Carignan shows the understated elegance than one finds in most of the world's great wines. Pristine aromas of red fruit, with a stroke of Mediterranean underbrush, some subtle floral nuances and a smoky note. Oaky aromas are subdued, and there is a very deep, though subtle mineral background. |
| Palate | Rich and textured, this wine from Mas d'en Gil is a distillation of the Priorat terroir. Effortless and confident, with succulent ripe fruit, hints of flowers and aromatic herbs, some ripe tannins, and a deep mineral core. Crisp acidity, and very long finish with some mineral and earthy remembrances. |
| Our personal opinion | If you are a lover of, say, top-notch Brunellos, you should definitely try the wine Clos Fontà 2019. |
| OTHER VINTAGES | Clos Fontà 2018: Enterwine 94. T. Atkin 95. Wine Spectator 92. Clos Fontà 2017: Enterwine 94. Clos Fontà 2016: Enterwine 94. Parker 96. Clos Fontà 2015: Enterwine 94. Parker 95. Clos Fontà 2014: Enterwine 94. Parker 94. |
| Year | 2019 |
| Type | Red |
| D.O. | Priorat |
| Bottle size | 75 cl |
| Serving tempurature | 15-17ºC |
| Should this wine be decanted? | One hour before serving |
| Does this wine follow the guidelines of biodynamic Farming? | No |
| Organic | Yes |
| Is this product free of sulfites? | No |
| Ageing | Reserva |
| Type of ageing | Months in barrels |
| Number of months aged in Barrels | 16 |
| Parker's Score | 95 |
| Enterwine's Score | 94 |
| Media rating | 95 |
| Percentage of variety | Garnacha Tinta, Cariñena. |
| Pairings | Blue cheeses, Civet, Cured cheeses, Foie Gras, Game animals, Grilled lamb, Grilled red meats, Pasta with red sauce and meat, Paté, Poultry, Red meat with gravy, Rice with meat, Risotto, Roasted lamb, Roasted lamb ribs, Roasted pork, Roasted red meats, Rosted piglet |
| Taste | Complex and Elegant, Tasty with barrel notes, Very intense and inky |
| Occasion | A special occasion, Romantic Dinner, To bring to an engagement |
