Somni 2017 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Somni 2017 1500ml Magnum by Portal del Priorat

Colour & Appearance

Deep, impenetrable ruby red with violet reflections at the rim. In the magnum bottle, the youthfulness of this 2017 is still distinctly evident – the colour is intense and vibrant.

Nose

Seductively complex: dark cherries and blackberries meld with wild herbs and a whisper of lavender. The Syrah brings black pepper and violets, whilst the old Carignan contributes slate dust, thyme and a fascinating mineral freshness. With air contact, graphite and subtle roasted notes develop.

Palate

Here Alfredo Arribas‘ philosophy of restraint shines through: despite 14.5% alcohol, the wine never feels heavy or over-extracted. The texture is silky and elegant, with fine yet present tannins perfectly woven into the fruit structure. Red and black berries dominate, underpinned by Mediterranean herbs, liquorice and the characteristic Llicorella minerality. The acidity is vibrant and carries the wine with remarkable freshness.

Finish

Long, cool and precise. The mineral component of Priorat slate lingers, accompanied by spices and a saline note. A wine that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

From Priorat, one of Spain’s most spectacular wine regions. The vines are rooted in the characteristic dark Llicorella slate, responsible for the mineral intensity and concentration. Arribas manages some vines over 100 years old biodynamically.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A blend of Carignan and Syrah. Arribas deliberately favours minimal extraction – a counterpoint to the often over-concentrated Priorat wines. The result is a wine of elegance and drinkability rather than power for power’s sake.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with grilled lamb with rosemary, wild boar stew, beef pot roast or aged Manchego. The magnum bottle makes it an ideal companion for special occasions.

Special Features

The magnum bottle ensures slower, more harmonious maturation. A wine that impressively embodies Alfredo Arribas‘ vision of modern, elegant Priorat – complex, yet never overwrought.