Clos Figueras Clos de Serras Blanco Priorat Spain 2025

Priorat being close to the ancient Roman capital of the Iberian Peninsula, Tarraco, ( Tarragona of today), it is no surprise that vineyards have existed in the region for more than 2000 years. It is believed that many of the surviving terraces were initially built by the Romans. During the middle ages the entire region was dominated by the Carthusian monks at the monastery of Scala Dei, the prior of Scala Dei exercised his authority over 7 villages, hence the name Priorat. The monks controlled the local economy and all cultivations. Apart from the vine this included olive trees, almonds and hazel nuts. Not much else can grow in the poor schistous soils of this Mediterranean enclave.

Tasting Notes: Pale yellow white wine with green highlights that denotes youth. Clean and bright. Fresh in the mouth with great balance, showing refreshing hints of pears and yellow fruit including peaches and apricots. A touch of minerality on a bright long finish.