Laurel 2021 is the 2nd wine from Clos I Terrasses, sourced from the younger vines combined with selected barrels that were once intended for the Clos Erasmus but did not reach quality and were released to blend with these younger vines. The wine was aged for 21 months in 2º year Clos Erasmus barriques. A very fruity, complex Priorat wine with wonderful minerality. The younger brother of Clos Erasmus which scored 96 Parker Points in 2020.
The Laurel 2021 from Clos I Terrasses shows in the glass an intense dark red color.
In the nose delicate aromas's of dark berries, sweet spices, licorice and coffee.
In the mouth full of soft tannins, great mouthfeel with medium acidity and aromas's of plums, red berries and spices. Long lingering finish.
Pairs perfectly with:
The Laurel 2021 is an excellent match with red meat, game, boeuf bourguignon, paté, jamsón and hard cheeses.
The Laurel 2021 is a blend of 75% Garnacha, 20% Syrah and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and scored 95+ Parker points four years in a row. Laurel is aged for 21 months in conical French oak barrels in which Clos Erasmus has previously aged. Clos i Terrasses is the winery of Daphne Glorian, considered one of those who were responsible for the recovery of Priorat in the 1980s, and known for producing ééone of the most prestigious wines in Priorat: Clos Erasmus, a wine that achieved 100 Parker points in two consecutive vintages, 2004 and 2005.
It is recommended to keep the wine for at least another year for optimal consumption. The wine improves greatly if you decant the wine two hours in advance or let it breathe in the glass to achieve maximum flavors.