COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Carignan, Garnacha Negra, Picapol Negra
PRODUCER
Giol Porrera
REGION
Catalonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Mas d'En Caçador Velles Vinyes 2019 is a red wine from the Priorat DOQ region of Catalonia, Spain, produced by Giol Porrera. The winery, established in 2018 by Jonàs Macip Simó, aims to honor his family's winemaking heritage. The wine's name, 'Mas d'En Caçador,' refers to one of the family's vineyards, which is characterized by its high elevation (around 2000 feet), north-facing slopes, and the region's distinctive blue and black schist soil (llicorella). The grapes are sourced from old vines, ranging from 70 to 110 years old, contributing to the wine's depth and complexity. Giol Porrera's philosophy centers on expressing the authentic nature of Priorat's mountain agriculture and its native grape varieties.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€43
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes grown at nearly 2000 feet elevation.
Fact 02
Vines are between 70 and 110 years old.
Fact 03
Wine named after a family vineyard.
Fact 04
Made from native Catalan grape varieties.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Mas d'En Caçador Velles Vinyes 2019 is produced from hand-harvested Carignan, Garnacha Negra, and Picapol Negra grapes. Following harvest, the grapes are fermented, likely in stainless steel tanks, to preserve their fruit character. A malolactic fermentation may occur, contributing to a softer texture. The wine then undergoes aging in French oak barrels, a process that refines its structure and adds layers of complexity. The winemaking approach emphasizes the expression of the vineyard's specific terroir and the characteristics of old vines.
