Clos Figueras - Priorat 'Font de la Figuera' 2021

The history of Clos Figueras is closely linked to the renaissance of a once-forgotten wine region, the DOC (Denominacion de Origen Calificada) Priorat in the Catalonia region of Spain. The Clos Figueras project was born in 1997. Inspired by Rene Barbier, founder of the “Priorat revolution” and owner of the famous Clos Mogador, the couple Charlotte and Christopher Cannan decided to purchase 10 hectares of abandoned vineyards north of the village of Gratallops, nicknamed "Les Figueres". The property was named Clos Figueras after the two old fig trees once present on the property. Today, Clos Figueras oversees an 18-hectare vineyard with an exceptional terroir.

Clos Figueras owes its particular style to the famous llicorella, a rare soil made of black slate.

Along with old Carignan (Samso) vines, vines of Grenache (Garnatxa) and Syrah were replanted, as well as smaller amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre and Viognier. Renowned for its wines, which express the typical characteristics of Priorat wines, Clos Figueras is one of the most emblematic estates of this prestigious appellation, now known throughout the world.

At the winery overnight in a cool room followen by a second selection on the sorting table. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks of 2500 liters. Temperature controlled daily “pigeage”. Some of the Syrah is not destemmed. Maceration of two to three weeks. Vertical press with a soft pressing. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels of 500 liters.

“Fresh, fluid and impeccably balanced, with fine spices, hibiscus and ripe but al-dente red and blue berries. Expressive and refined, with a medium to full body and fine-grained, dusty tannins. Long and fresh. Shows the freshness and the expressiveness of the 2021 vintage. Drink or hold.” - 93 Points, James Suckling

“The red 2021 Font de la Figuera has elegance and balance and very fine tannins, reflecting a cooler year and a very good growing season in the zone. It is dominated by notes of red berry fruit, herbs and spices, and it's polished, medium-bodied and with mostly resolved tannins. It's in a very good moment now.” - 93 Points, Wine Advocate

Producer: Clos Figueras

Country: Spain

Region: Catalunya

Varietal: Grenache, Carignan, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon

Appellation: Priorat 

Vintage: 2021

Size: 750ml