Clos Erasmus 2022

Wine Description for Clos Erasmus 2022 by Clos i Terrasses

Colour & Appearance

Luminous ruby red with youthful freshness, already announcing the concentration and vitality of this extraordinary Priorat wine in the glass.

Nose

Here reveals itself the full magic of Clos Erasmus: pure red fruit, caressed by sensual floral notes, yet never becoming loud or intrusive. With air contact, an earthy minerality unfolds, paying tribute to the barren slate soils of Priorat. This nose is a masterclass in elegance – multifaceted, profound, intoxicating, yet never overcomplicated.

Palate

Powerful and energetic, yet possessed of a dancing lightness that seems barely possible at 15.5% alcohol. The noble tannins are perfectly integrated into a velvety-silky texture. The wine unites apparent opposites: unbridled power meets finesse, concentration meets transparency. Minerality runs through the entire palate like a golden thread.

Finish

Pure theatre: ultra-long, juicy, saline and spicy all at once. Clos Erasmus resonates for minutes on end, leaving behind a velvety-elegant mouthfeel that is unparalleled – a signature of this extraordinary vineyard site.

Terroir & Origin

The vines are rooted in the legendary slate-steep vineyard sites of Priorat, those barren soils that produce Spain’s most intense wines. Daphne Glorian, pioneer of the Priorat renaissance, has managed these parcels since the 2000s biodynamically – a rarity in the region that is reflected in the precision and vitality of the wine.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A cuvée of 70% Garnacha and 30% Syrah, spontaneously fermented in wooden vats of various sizes. The 18-month maturation took place in new and used barriques as well as in part in clay amphorae – a detail that contributes to the micro-fine texture.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A wine for special occasions: lamb shoulder with herb crust, braised beef cheeks, game dishes or aged Manchego. The minerality also harmonises beautifully with porcini risotto.

Special Features

Clos Erasmus ranks among the great red wines of Spain and is the flagship of Daphne Glorian, who as a Swiss national played a decisive role in the rediscovery of Priorat. A wine that enjoys cult status – deservedly so.