Clos i Terrasses del Priorat Clos Erasmus Laurel
Deep ruby-purple color concentration. It opens with blackberry, black raspberry, ripe cherry, and plum aromas, followed by violet, licorice, herbs, graphite, and spice. The palate is rich and concentrated yet surprisingly energetic, with red and black fruit, florals, pepper, crushed slate, anise, cocoa, herbs, and mineral earth. Clos i Terrasses is the estate created by Daphne Glorian, one of the small group of winemakers responsible for Priorat's extraordinary modern revival beginning in the late 1980s. The estate's flagship, Clos Erasmus, subsequently became one of Spain's most prestigious wines, earning multiple perfect critical scores.
Classification: DOCa (Denominación de Origen Calificada)
Grape Varietal: Garnacha, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Feature: Sustainable
Country: Spain
Region: Catalonia
Appellation: Priorat
Grape Profile: Garnatxa, also known as Garnacha, contributes ripe red and black fruit, herbs, spices, warmth, and generous texture. Syrah introduces blackberry, blueberry, violet, black pepper, smoke, and savory character, while small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon in applicable vintages contribute cassis, graphite, tannin, and additional structural backbone.
Region Profile: Priorat wine region, located in northeastern Spain, is one of two regions in Spain classified as Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOQ), the highest status level. Characterized by its rugged terrain with steep hills and valleys. Priorat’s soil, known as 'llicorella', is composed of reddish and black slate with small particles of mica, which reflects sunlight and conserves heat.
Pair with: Grilled & roasted meats. Hearty stews & casseroles. Charcutterie & cured meats like Iberian ham and chorizo. Strong cheeses like manchego, cheddar & gouda.
