{"product_id":"clos-i-terrasses-laurel-priorat-2023-14","title":"Clos i Terrasses 'Laurel' Priorat 2023 +14%","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe newest Laurel: plush, floral and a little salty.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos i Terrasses is the Priorat estate of Daphne Glorian and Eric Solomon, about 25.6 hectares of schist terraces at 375-450 meters. Its flagship, Clos Erasmus, is a cult name, and the estate bristles at calling Laurel a “second wine.” The 2023 is the new release, about 19,500 bottles, bottled May 2025. It carries more Syrah than usual, which gives it a savory, salty edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the glass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAromatic, with ripe berries and flowers. The palate is voluptuous and full-bodied, with black fruit, a touch of soy and salt, and a peachy, herbal lift. Tannins are round and supple, with an earthy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the table\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHill Country smoked sausage and brisket (the Texas pairing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoy-ginger glazed short ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerb-roasted chicken or lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild mushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged Manchego and charcuterie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Dad tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe at about 62-64°F. Decant 30 minutes. Drinking window: 2026-2036 per Wine Advocate, 2025-2032 per Jeb Dunnuck. The window is sourced, but it runs a little shorter than the earlier vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 75% Garnacha and 25% Syrah\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Priorat DOQ, Catalonia, Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oak and concrete vats, about 15% in barriques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 19,500 bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScores (2023 only):\u003c\/strong\u003e Wine Advocate 95+ (Luis Gutiérrez, May 2026); Jeb Dunnuck 95 (Virginie Boone, Nov 2025)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImporter:\u003c\/strong\u003e European Cellars \/ Eric Solomon Selections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Clos i Terrasses","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68060131721535,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/7912\/6079\/files\/CiT-Laurel-HR.png?v=1767377760","url":"https:\/\/munkmafia.com\/products\/clos-i-terrasses-laurel-priorat-2023-14","provider":"Munk Mafia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}