“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 2017 vintage is youthful and potentially one of the best vintages made. The aromas of minerals, blue and black fruit are still in the primary stage, secondary characteristics only develop after 12 hours of decanting. Loads of potential for this wine in the years to come.
