A dry Priorat red wine from old Grenache and Carignan vines, vividly reflecting the cool elegance and slate minerality of the high, steep vineyard sites around Porrera.
Bottler: Familia Nin Ortiz, Polígon 6 Parcel-la 288, 43730 Falset-Tarragona / Spain
In the glass
Colour
Deep, luminous cherry red with garnet reflections at the rim.
Nose
Dark berry fruit such as blackberry and black cherry, accompanied by earthy notes, fine herbs and the characteristic cool slate spice of Llicorella.
Palate
Concentrated yet light on its feet, with juicy fruit, vibrant acidity, finely grained tannins and a long, mineral-driven finish.
Character
An energetic, fresh new-wave Priorat – powerful and profound, yet at once cool, elegant and of great finesse.
Pairing
Rack of lamb with Provençal herbs, braised aubergines with tomatoes and olives, aged Manchego.
Notes
Sourced from old vines (Velles Vinyes) on steep slopes up to 700 metres above sea level, farmed biodynamically with mules; spontaneous fermentation and the absence of fining and filtration underscore the unadulterated expression of terroir.
Tasting note
Character
A new-school Priorat: cool, light-footed and with a fabulous slate minerality – far removed from the opulent extraction of past decades. Old vines (Velles Vinyes) lend it depth and concentration, yet the 14.5% alcohol carries itself with remarkable elegance. Dark fruit meets earthy nuances and fine herbal notes; the structure is taut, the energy palpable. A wine that vibrates rather than weighs down.
Terroir & Origin
The vineyards of Familia Nin Ortiz lie at altitudes of up to 700 metres around Porrera – some of the highest vineyard sites in the region. The soil consists of Llicorella, the famous black slate that gives the wines their distinctive cool minerality. The extremely steep slopes preclude any mechanical cultivation; here, ploughing is done with mules, a practice unseen in Porrera since the 1960s. The result is grapes of exceptional freshness and presence.
Grape Varieties & Vinification
Garnacha and Cariñena – the classic Priorat blend, here sourced partly from vines over 100 years old. Garnacha brings warmth, red fruit and spice; Cariñena provides structure, acidity and that earthy, dark dimension. Since their first joint vintage in 2008, Ester Nin and Carles Ortiz have worked strictly according to biodynamic principles – the estate is a member of La Renaissance des Appellations. Fermentation is spontaneous in foudres, demi-muids or amphorae, without fining or filtration.
Food Pairings
The cool minerality and herbal spiciness call for rack of lamb with rosemary or braised wild boar. It also shows its best side alongside grilled octopus with paprika and olive oil, or a mature Manchego. For those who prefer regional fare: Escalivada (Catalan roasted vegetables) or a simple Pa amb tomàquet with good ham.
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