Salmos, DOQ Priorat — 2018
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Introduction
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In 1996, the Torres Family began planting vineyards on the black slate-like “Licorella” soils of Priorat. Salmos is considered a tribute to the Carthusian monks who planted the first grapevines in Priorat in 1095.
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Vineyard Profile
- Appellation: DOQ Priorat
- Soil: Shallow soils developed over Carboniferous (Paleozoic) slates that drain swiftly and have a low water holding capacity. It is precisely these soils, located on steep slopes, that give Priorat wines their typicity.
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Vintage Report
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Generally speaking, 2018 was a rainy year. The growing cycle had rainfalls that accounted for more than 50% above average, especially in spring and October. On the other hand, spring time had temperatures that were slightly lower and remained within a normal range during the rest of the growing cycle and ripening period. In summary, 2018 was a rainy year with normal temperatures and a summer that was not excessively warm.
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Vinification
- Fermentation: In stainless steel under controlled temperature for 8-9 days
- Maceration: 12-14 days maceration
- Barrel Aging: 14 months in French oak (20% new)
- Bottled: February 2021
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Technical Information
- Varietal Composition: Cariñena, Garnacha
- Alcohol: 14%
- TA: 5.3 g/L
- p H: 3.42
- RS: 0.8 g/L
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Tasting Notes
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Impressive dark cherry red color with great depth. Seductive floral and dark fruits (cassis, blackberry jam) aromas with undertones of Mediterranean woodland (eucalyptus) and spices (white pepper). Delicate, yet flavorful on the palate with a backbone of very fine-grained tannins and an elegant persistence that culminates — true to its name — in a chorus of aromas and flavors.
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