Doix 2022
The Culmination of the Historic Priorat
"The eternal essence of Poboleda: an ode to heroic viticulture and the depth of the licorella soil, born from vines that have survived generations since 1902."
Liquid Heritage and Purity
The Doix 2022 Red Wine is the flagship of the renowned Mas Doix winery and one of the most respected and sought-after reds in Spain. Sourced from the iconic slate (licorella) "costers" (slopes) in Poboleda, this wine is the result of a masterful blend of century-old Garnacha and Cariñena. With a superb structure and velvety finesse, it is a collector's piece designed to evolve with glory. Acquire it with secure shipping and guaranteed authenticity at LaCava.shop.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Mas Doix.
- Origin: Poboleda, D.O.Q. Priorat (Spain).
- Vineyard: 1902 Viñas Velles (Old Vines).
- Varietal: Garnacha and Cariñena.
- Aging: 16 months in new French oak.
- Potential: 25+ years of noble cellar aging.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Deep ruby color with dark violet reflections. Very high intensity and a glyceric density that reveals exceptional extract and concentration.
Nose: Astonishing complexity. Liqueur-like black fruit (black cherries, cassis), mineral notes of graphite, exotic spices, incense, and a background of dark chocolate with hints of Mediterranean scrubland.
Palate: Monumental entry. It possesses body and soul with dense yet fine tannins like liquid silk. Vibrant freshness that balances its power, with an eternal finish that evokes the soul of the slate.
3. Organoleptic Profile
POWER / STRUCTURE [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
MINERALITY (LICORELLA) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
ELEGANCE / FINESSE [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
STYLE [ ARISTOCRATIC / ETERNAL ]
4. Service Ritual and Food Pairing
Haute Cuisine Pairing: Wild boar civet, oxtail, grilled dry-aged beef, dishes with black truffle, or long-aged cheeses.
Preparation: It is essential to decant for at least 120 minutes beforehand to allow its structure to expand and its tertiary aromas to shine.
Temperature: Ideally served at 17°C in a large-format Bordeaux-style glass.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What makes Doix a collector's wine?
Doix is a cult wine that comes exclusively from century-old vines planted in 1902 in Poboleda. Its production is limited and reflects the maximum expression of the licorella (slate), with an exceptional aging potential that exceeds 25 years.
Why is it necessary to decant the Doix 2022?
Given its enormous tannic concentration and aromatic complexity, the result of old vines and 16 months of aging in new oak, decanting for at least 2 hours is vital for the wine to open up and display its aristocratic elegance.
What is the varietal composition of this Priorat?
Doix 2022 is a masterful blend of century-old Garnacha and Cariñena, grown on traditional steep 'costers' (slopes), which guarantees an intensity and minerality impossible to replicate in young vineyards.