The Wine VaultPriorat
Intense, mineral-driven reds with extraordinary concentration from old-vine Garnacha on steep llicorella (slate) soils. Low yields, high alcohol.
Country
Spain
Climate
Mediterranean with extreme heat, steep slate (llicorella) slopes
Key grapes
- Garnacha
- Cariñena
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Syrah
- Merlot
Classification
DOCa (one of only two in Spain alongside Rioja). Sub-zones called Vi de Vila.
What to eat
Grilled meats, escalivada (roasted vegetables), game stews, and strong Catalan cheeses.
Fun fact
Priorat was virtually abandoned until a group of winemakers revived it in the late 1980s, transforming it from obscurity to one of Spain’s most prestigious regions.