D.O.Q. Priorat

La Creu Alta 2019

Name: La Creu Alta 2019
Brand: Bodegas Mas Alta
Price: 133.8 EUR
Availability: InStock

Bodegas Mas Alta

€133⁸⁰ EUR

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Origin & D.O.

Spain – D.O.Q. Priorat, crafted by Bodegas Mas Alta from steep-slope vineyards on llicorella (slate) soils, at altitudes ranging from 375 to 550 metres.

Grape varieties or ingredients

A distinctive blend of 95% Carignan from century-old vines and 5% Syrah.

Winemaking & ageing

Hand-harvested with double selection. Maceration for 15 to 30 days in concrete tanks; aged for 18 months in French oak barrels (80% new), followed by 12 months in large oak foudres.

Producer or distillery profile

Mas Alta, based in La Vilella Alta (Priorat), was founded in 1998 and champions a minimal-intervention philosophy with deep respect for the environment, supported by the technical guidance of renowned winemakers such as Michel Tardieu.

Special details

Considered one of the finest expressions of Priorat, this wine is acclaimed for its freshness, mineral character, structure, and long ageing potential.

Intense dark fruitSlate minerality

Mediterranean spicesSilky tannins

Robust structureLong, warm finish

About the Winery

Located in La Vilella Alta, in the heart of the Priorat D.O.Q., Bodegas Mas Alta is the result of a dream born from Belgian Michel Vanhoutte and a group of wine enthusiasts who, in 1998, decided to embrace the uniqueness of this region.

The Mas Alta vineyards are situated on the emblematic slopes of licorella (black slate), which, combined with the altitude and Mediterranean climate with a continental influence, lends their wines a unique character: marked minerality, freshness, and exceptional aging capacity.

The winery practices sustainable viticulture with minimal intervention, respecting the natural cycle of the vine and preserving biodiversity. Renowned French winemaker Michel Tardieu advises on the winemaking process, drawing on his experience in the Rhône Valley to craft balanced and expressive wines.

La Creu Alta is one of its most prestigious wines, made primarily with Cariñena from century-old vines, which embodies the pure essence of Priorat and its ancestral terroir.

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Care information

Store red wines horizontally in a cool, dark place, while white and sparkling wines are best kept in the refrigerator. Avoid sudden changes in temperature.

A Priorat gem where the ancient heartbeat of centuries-old Cariñena blends with wild minerality, creating an elegant and immortal experience.

Pairing

Ideal for grilled and roasted meats, Iberian lamb and pork, Mediterranean dishes, mushrooms and mountain rice dishes, and cured and semi-cured cheeses.

Service

Serve at 15 – 16 °C

Specifications

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2019
Grade

14,5% vol

What flavor awaits me?

Appearance
Deep cherry red color with garnet highlights, clean and bright. Slow, dense tears anticipate its structure and concentration.

Nose
High aromatic intensity with an elegant display of ripe black fruit (blackberry, plum, blueberry) accompanied by mineral notes characteristic of liqueur. Nuances of Mediterranean herbs, pure cocoa, sweet spices, and a subtle smoky touch are added.

Palate
Broad and powerful entry, with firm yet velvety tannins. The black and red fruit intertwines with notes of licorice, dark chocolate, and a lingering mineral background. Excellent balance between power and freshness, with an acidity that enhances its elegance.

Finish
Very long, complex, and enveloping, leaving a lingering aftertaste of ripe fruit, spices, and balsamic touches that invite further tasting.

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