"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 2018 vintage is an example of consistency of flavors, balance and power this vineyard has to offer. The wine is truly a pleasure to drink, it needs time to develop. Like the previous vintages similar flavor profiles, but again youthful. Hold on this wine for at least 5 to 10 years and then revisit to see how beautiful it is.
