2004 and 2005 Monfortinos

Just a touch of warming alcohol pokes through

violet and discreet herbal tea nuances slides into the supple lighter weight flavors that are a bit more elegant than usual

An expressive nose of high-toned red currant aromas display hints of spice and a nuance of crushed leaf

-- Neal Martin

Mas Doix, Priorat Costers De Vinyes Velles Vintage:2000 2004 and 2005 MonfortinosI had two vintages of the old vine cuve to taste side by side, starting with the 2014 Doix Costers de Vinyes Velles. Made of 55% Cariena and 45% Garnacha from old vines on slopes on slate llicorella soils, the fermentation and aging are the same as for the centenary Carignan, fermentation in stainless steel with neutral yeasts and an levage of 16 months in new French barriques. It has moderate alcohol and high acidity. It has already started