2005 Bodegas Mas Alta La Creu Alta Priorat

Vines that are more than 80 years old naturally produce less grapes. They are less dependent upon climate conditions thanks to their roots, which are plunged deep into the soil. They ripen slowly, but fully, and consistently… The ultimate, true, unequivocal expression of terroir.

Creu Alta is a blend of carignan (60%) and grenache (40%). The proportions vary a little from vintage to vintage. The grenache comes from vines that are 80 years old, and the carignan is harvested exclusively from hundred-year old vineyards. By selecting the best that Priorat has to offer, we hope to produce a unique wine that reflects its origins and the passion of the winegrowers who produce it.

Tasting a wine like Creu Alta is a way to experience a culture, to feel the passion and appreciate the labour of several generations, to experience the mysterious alchemy wrought by Nature. Being aware of this lets you grasp its meaning to the full…