Murmuri 2021
Mas Doix | DOQ Priorat 750ml
"The whisper of the licorella: a crystalline interpretation of Grenache Blanc where Mediterranean finesse merges with the vibrant salinity of slate."
Mineral Purity of Poboleda
Murmuri 2021 is the most subtle, fresh, and direct side of Mas Doix's white wines. Born in high-altitude vineyards on prized licorella (slate) soils, this white wine from the DOQ Priorat captures the Mediterranean essence with astonishing technical precision. Its secret lies in an absolute respect for the fruit, foregoing the use of oak to favor a 3-month aging on fine lees that provides a silky volume, masterfully balanced by a citrus verticality and an unmistakable saline finish. A must-have label to buy online and enrich any gourmet cellar with the undisputed seal of La Cava Shop.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery / Producer: Mas Doix
- Origin / Denomination: Poboleda, DOQ Priorat (Tarragona), Catalonia, Spain.
- Varietal: Garnacha Blanca (90%+) and Macabeo.
- Aging: Young white wine, 3 months of aging on fine lees in stainless steel tanks.
- Terroir / Soil: Charismatic slate (Licorella) from high-mountain vineyards.
- Net Content: 750 ml.
- SKU / MPN: MD-MURMURI-2021
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Straw-yellow color with very clean greenish highlights. Brilliant, transparent, and crystalline in appearance.
Nose: Fresh intensity with notes of white fruit (pear, green apple), wild white flowers, and a subtle background of Mediterranean herbs like fennel, all wrapped in a highly elegant saline minerality.
Palate: Broad, clean, and silky entry. It presents an agile palate with well-integrated citrus acidity that provides a piercing freshness. Persistent finish where the distinct personality of the slate soil reappears.
3. Pairing and Recommendations
Gourmet Gastronomy: Excellent pairing for seafood rice dishes, seafood paella, sushi, sashimi, white fish carpaccio, light white meats, and mild goat cheeses.
Ideal Service: Enjoy well-chilled, between 8°C and 10°C, to highlight its mineral tension and lively profile.
Suggested Glass: Tulip-shaped white wine glass to concentrate its delicate aromatic and floral bouquet.
4. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What sets Murmuri apart from other white wines from the Priorat?
Its main distinction is its vertical freshness. While other wines from the region seek greater ripeness and a pronounced time in oak, Mas Doix bets on the whisper (Murmuri) of fresh grapes and licorella soil, resulting in a gastronomic white that is agile, extremely drinkable, and elegant.
Does it have aging potential?
Although it is expressive and delicious from its youth, its excellent natural acidity and delicate work on lees allow it to evolve favorably in the bottle for the next 3 to 5 years if stored under optimal conditions.