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Red Wine Braó 2021
Organic red wine from Montsant. Blend ofold-vines Grenache and Carignan aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.
Crianza. 12 Months in French oak barrels
Percentage of Alcohol: 15º
Bottle size: 75 cl
D.O.: Montsant
Wineries: Acústic Celler
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Availability: In stock
€20.50
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The wine Braó is an excellent Spanish red wine crafted by the talented winemaker Albert Jané, head of Acústic Celler.
This is one of the best expressions of the southern Catalan region of Montsant. A wine region, whose terroir shares many traits with the neighbouring - and more expensive - Priorat.
Made essentially from Samsó (Carignan) with a tinge of Grenache, the grapes are sourced from 60-year-old, low-yielding, certified organic vines grown in rocky soils.
Manually harvested and selected at the vineyard, the grapes were brought to the cellar in little boxes and macerated with several daily pump-overs.
Once alcoholic fermentation was completed, the wine Braó 2021 was transferred into new and 2nd year French oak barrels, where this Crianza red wine completed malolactic fermentation and was subsequently aged for 12 months.
Neither filtered nor clarified prior to its bottling, this red wine from Montsant should be decanted at least 1 hour before you drink it.
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| Appearance | The red wine Braó is deep ruby with a reddish hue on the rim. |
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| Nose | At first, this blend of old vines Grenache and Carignan suggests aromas of blackberries and raspberries, with subtle touches of cinnamon and vanilla and notes of Mediterranean undergrowth and garrigue. There is a deep minerality, in the form of wet stones and slate. |
| Palate | Bold and meaty, this wine from Acústic Celler shows depth and richness. Fruit and oak are nicely balanced, underpinned by deep mineral and earthy notes. Fresh and textured, with ripe tannins and a very long finish. |
| Our personal opinion | The proof that the much disputed "minerality" in wines very probably exists is right here. Enjoy the wine Braó 2021 alone or pair it with hearty dishes. |
| OTHER VINTAGES | Braó 2019: Enterwine 92. Parker 92. Peñín 94. MIquel Hudin 94. Guía de Vins de Catalunya 2024 - 9.55/10. Braó 2017: Enterwine 92. Guía Peñín 93. MIquel Hudin 94. Braó 2016: Enterwine 92. Guía Peñin 93. J. Suckling 91. Guía de Vins de Catalunya 2020 - 9.64/10. Braó 2015: Enterwine 93. Wine Spectator 92. Guía Peñín 92. Gilbert & Gaillard 91. Andreas Larsson 91. Guia de Vins de Catalunya 2019 9.57/10. Braó 2014: Enterwine 93. Peñín 90. Braó 2013: Wine Spectator 93 points. Peñín 93. Braó 2012: Parker 92 and Peñín 93. Braó 2011: Parker 91 and Peñín 93 |
| Year | 2021 |
| Type | Red |
| D.O. | Montsant |
| Bottle size | 75 cl |
| Serving tempurature | 15-17ºC |
| Should this wine be decanted? | One hour before serving |
| Organic | Yes |
| Ageing | Crianza |
| Type of ageing | Months in French oak barrels |
| Number of months aged in Barrels | 12 |
| Enterwine's Score | 92 |
| Media rating | 92 |
| Percentage of variety | Samsó 90%, Garnacha 10%. |
| Pairings | Civet, Cured cheeses, Game animals, Red meat with gravy, Roasted foods, Roasted lamb, Roasted red meats, Stews, Stuffed Chicken, White meat with gravy |
| Taste | Complex and Elegant, Tasty with barrel notes, Very intense and inky |
| Occasion | A special occasion, Because you deserve it, Family reunion, Romantic Dinner, To bring to an engagement |
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Impressive
Brooding and powerfully mineral, with lots of character and considerable complexity.
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(Posted on 3 July 2023)
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