Clos Figueras, Poblets del Montsant, D.O. Montsant, Priorat, Spain, 2017

Overview of the Wine
Christopher Cannan purchased Clos Figueres in 1997 on the advice of René Barbier of Clos Mogador. The vineyards cover some 10 hectares. There are about 2500 old Carignan and Grenache vines planted more than 20 years ago for the Clos Figueres label. The remainder, about 50% Grenache, 20% Syrah, some Cabernet Sauvignon and Mourvèdre were planted in 1998 and are used for the production of Font de la Figuera. The location is just to the north of Gratallops on terraced slopes of pure schist, the soil responsible for the finest wines of Priorat. From these high terraces, the views are wonderful...in one direction the famous Ermita vineyard and the craggy Montsant mountain range behind it; in the other a long-distance vista featuring the Ebro Valley and more mountains beyond.

René Barbier's team takes care of the vineyards as well as the vinification and ageing of the wines. Clos Figueres now ranks with the best of Priorat, while the second wine, Font de la Figuera, represents remarkable value for the region. Recently, they have also launched production of a unique and exciting white Priorat, based on rich Garnacha Blanca, with 10% Viognier to add lift and aromatic complexity.

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Grape/ Blend
95% Grenache Blanc, 5% Chardonnay

Origin
D.O. Montsant, Priorat, Spain 

Tasting Notes
Clos Figueras Poblets del Montsant Blanco is a blend of Grenache Blanc (95%) and Chardonnay (5%). Before bottling, the wine matured for 4 months in stainless steel tanks. The nose is dominated by floral aromas combined with a citrus note. In the mouth, it is robust, slightly creamy, with flavors of peaches, melons and citrus fruits.
Ideal for: dishes with oily fish, salads.

From Ian Blackburn - 90 points

• Color 13.5/15 - optimal, classic, still fresh, some advancement, not old.
• Aroma  22/25 - tons of minerality, ample amounts of citrus and baked orchard fruits, some toast, nut, and a hint of reduction... elevated Monsant (location) quality notes throughout... you can smell the rock BIG TIME
• Body 23/25 - Mouthfilling, creamy, flesh-y, viscus, good weight - optimal for where its from and the varietal composition.
• Overall  31.5/35 -  Very complex notes zipping with minerality, fleshy mouth filling character, a great spine of acidity - long finish... I would encourage everyone to grab a tin of fish and enjoy this wine, take it to asian seafood, Thai curry, Mediterranean food.... its not sweet, but there is a penetrating amount of richness and a very food oriented presentation here..  I would encourage you enjoy it near term as it is well aged and in an ideal spot.  A fantastic value but you need to be the type of person that likes European wines with European character... and that means food wines. 

Product size: 750ml