The 2010 Costers de Vinas Viejas is a blend of 55% Garnacha and the rest Carinena from vineyards planted in 1902 on slate slopes. The wine has the power, concentration and balance of the old vines and is a textbook Priorat with those alluring aromas of wet slate and ripe blackberries. The 16 months aging in new French oak become unnoticeable when you have this intensity of fruit, and the aromas and tannins from the barrels are neatly integrated into the fruit. This is a big, elegant Priorat that should evolve nicely in bottle. 5,500 bottles were produced in 2010. Drink 2015-2025.
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Mas Doix Costers De Vinyes Velles 2010 750ml
Rated 95 by Wine Advocate
The 2010 Costers de Vinas Viejas is a blend of 55% Garnacha and the rest Carinena from vineyards planted in 1902 on slate slopes. The wine has the power, concentration and balance of the old vines and is a textbook Priorat with those alluring aromas of wet slate and ripe blackberries. The 16 months aging in new French oak become unnoticeable when you have this intensity of fruit, and the aromas and tannins from the barrels are neatly integrated into the fruit. This is a big, elegant Priorat that should evolve nicely in bottle. 5,500 bottles were produced in 2010. Drink 2015-2025.
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Inky ruby. A heady, smoky bouquet evokes cassis, blueberry, vanilla and potpourri, with a bright mineral accent building with air. Silky and seamless in texture, offering vibrant red berry and vanilla flavors sharpened by zesty acidity and a stony nuance. Clings with impressive tenacity on the finish, leaving floral pastille, oak spice and raspberry notes behind.
Rated 88 by Wine Spectator
Showing a pleasing blend of sweet and savory characteristics, this red offers cherry pie and vanilla flavors that mingle with dried herb and smoky notes in a supple texture, supported by light, firm tannins. Focused and lively. Drink now through 2018. 500 cases made.