SALANQUES
MAS DOIX 2021
D.O.Q. PRIORAT • POBOLEDA • HEROIC VITICULTURE
"The harmony of the landscape: a tribute to the maturity of the old vineyards of Poboleda, where the opulence of Garnacha and the structure of Cariñena converge on pure licorella soils."
Essence of Slate and Centenarian Vines
Salanques 2021 represents the freshest and most elegant face of Priorat. Born in Poboleda, the region with the greatest thermal contrast, this wine comes from steep slopes with vines between 70 and 90 years old. The 2021 vintage stands out for its enviable aromatic precision, where wood plays a secondary role, allowing the slate (licorella) to dictate the vertical and mineral character of the whole.
1. Identity Profile
Winery: Mas Doix (A benchmark of elegance in Priorat).
Origin: Poboleda, D.O.Q. Priorat, Spain.
Varietal: Garnacha (65%), Cariñena (25%) and Syrah (10%).
Aging: 14 months in new fine-grained French oak barrels.
Soils: Steep slopes of licorella (dark slate).
Vineyard Age: 70 to 90 years old.
Presentation: 750 ml
2. Sommelier's Notes (Sensory Experience)
Appearance: Intense and radiant cherry red color, high intensity, with purplish reflections that reveal its impeccable acidity and freshness.
Nose: Explosion of ripe forest fruits intertwined with notes of black licorice, peppercorns, and violets. A crisp minerality of graphite and gunpowder stands out, an unmistakable signature of the terroir.
Palate: Powerful and velvety entry. Offers generous volume balanced by surprising verticality. Noble and polished tannins lead to a long, silky finish with echoes of bitter cocoa.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Pairing and Serving Ritual
Haute Cuisine: Ideal to accompany stone-grilled red meats, lamb rack with Provencal herbs, or beef Wellington fillet.
Game and Stews: Sublime pairing with wild boar stews, partridge with chocolate, or big game stews that require structure.
Characterful Cheeses: Aged sheep cheeses, such as Idiazábal or old Manchego, and fine blue cheeses.
Serving Protocol: Serve between **16°C and 18°C**. **Decanting for at least 60 minutes is essential** to allow the Cariñena and the licorella soil to fully open up.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How does Salanques differ from 'Doix', the winery's top wine?
Salanques aims to show the freshness and elegance of Poboleda with a more accessible profile in its youth, while Doix comes from the family's oldest and most extreme plots, with a structure designed for decades of aging.
Is it suitable for prolonged aging?
Absolutely. Thanks to its low production per vine and balanced pH, Salanques 2021 will evolve nobly in the cellar for the next 10 to 15 years, developing complex notes of leather and spices.
