“Quasi Centenaria” roughly translates to “about 100 years old,” a reference to this gnarly old Carignan vineyard planted right around 1919. The vines grow on two steep, rock-covered, slopes, one facing north and the other south, located in the heart of Priorat. Given the age of the vines, the lack of water, extreme heat, and absence of nutrients in the soil, these vines struggle to give 300 grams of fruit per bush – enough for about two-thirds of a bottle per vine.
The 2015 vintage is an amazing vintage and is just starting to show the layers of complexity it can exude. Meaty characters with violet, blueberries, mixed with minerality, cocoa nibs, cassis and other dark fruits. Silky tannins, lush texture and complexity with each sip changing and more exotic as you go.
