Mineral 2022 0.75cl

Designation of Origin: Montsant.

Varieties: 80% Carignan and 20% Grenache.

Geography: The Serra del Montsant mountains are formed by conglomerates with cliffs on the main ridge, accompanied by river banks that give rise to numerous grottos, caves and ravines. A mountainous terrain that is an important factor that influences the quality of the grapes.

Type of soil: Mostly red clay of low fertility.

Age of the vineyards: 35 to 45 years old.

Climate: The weather is very dry in summer. An inland Mediterranean climate that acquires Continental characteristics in this area.

Average vineyard temperature: 15 °C

Annual rainfall: 550 l/m²

Sunshine: 2,700 hours of sunshine per year.

Vineyard management: Sustainable agriculture.

Fermentation temperature: at 26 degrees for 14 days, malolactic fermentation in stainless steel.

Tasting notes: “Shiny red colour. Floral, mineral and graphite on the nose. Notes of raspberries. Subtle and balanced. Notes of spices, coffee and noble smoky tones on the palate. Full-bodied, course and strong. Fresh and intense flavor.”

Awards and scores:

• Mineral 2021 – Tim Atkin, Master of Wine – 90 points out of 100.
• Mineral 2020 – James Suckling – 90 points out of 100.
• Mineral 2020 – Vivir el Vino – 93 points out of 100.
• Mineral 2019 – Vivir el Vino – 93 points out of 100.
• Mineral 2017 – La Guia de Vins de Catalunya – 9,02 points out of 10.
• Mineral 2017 – WFS Awards 2019 – Mention.
• Mineral 2015 – Vivir el Vino – 90 points out of 100.
• Mineral 2014 – Guía Repsol 2018 – 92 points out of 100.
• Mineral 2014 – AWC Vienna 2016 – Gold medal.