VINIFICATION: Traditional vinification methods, the grapes are hand picked, after rigorous sorting and crushing they are transferred to closed fermentation tanks. After ageing for 20 months in new and old French oak barrels and racked every 4 – 6 months, the final blend is bottled without fining and filtering.

TASTING NOTES: The generally excellent and abundant 2006 vintage clearly reflects the terroir characteristics inherent in the wines of Clos de Gat. The wine has a brilliant deep dark red colour with purple tints. On the nose it reveals powerful aromas of blackberries and candied plums, which are enhanced by notes of earthy Mediterranean plants and herbs. On the palate, the wine is rounded and full bodied with fine silky smooth tannins. The finish is long, complex and elegant.

Drink: 4-8 years from vintage.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: 16 to 18°C.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Mediterranean cuisine, grilled, roasted meats, casseroles and strong cheeses.

 

Archive Vintages: 2001 • 2002 • 2003 • 2004 • 2005