Tros Negre 2013 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Tros Negre 2013 1500ml Magnum by Alfredo Arribas

Colour & Appearance

Muted garnet red with distinct lightening towards the rim – a classic sign of maturity that elegantly displays ten years in the glass.

Nose

Earthy and profound, this Grenache from Montsant unfolds beautifully. Beetroot, mushrooms and Mediterranean herbs such as rosemary, thyme and moss form a complex foundation. Dark fruit layers of blackberries, figs, cassis and sloe merge with floral nuances of cassis leaf and violets – a surprisingly feminine note that lends elegance to the powerful character.

Palate

Silky and full-bodied, with a wonderfully mature tannin structure that has long since shed any aggression. The wine is in its finest drinking phase: charmingly soft, with pleasant richness and a warming presence from the 14% alcohol, which is perfectly integrated. The texture is smooth, almost opulent, without feeling heavy.

Finish

Medium to long, with lingering earthy notes and a subtle spice reminiscent of dried Mediterranean herbs.

Terroir & Origin

From the DO Montsant, the rising neighbour of Priorat, comes this characterful Grenache. The region combines the power of Catalan wines with a more approachable, less uncompromising style – ideal for Alfredo Arribas‘ interpretation.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Grenache, which here displays its full expressive power. The ageing has given the wine time to mature, reflected in the silky texture and tertiary aromas.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Predestined for bold flavours: Ibérico pork rack with chorizo and beans, glazed duck breast with lavender honey or burnt broccoli with beetroot. Anything from the charcoal grill or spiced with punch finds a worthy partner here.

Special Features

The magnum bottle (1500ml) has granted this wine additional ageing potential – a format that allows more harmonious development. A wine that proves Montsant has more to offer than just „little Priorat“.