Mas Sinen Corster 2007 Priorat (Celler Burgos Porta)

Incredibly powerful. Heady, almost fortified edge to it. Felt every inch of the 15% ABV. Dense, spicy fruit. Amazing to think how different Priorat wines taste to Roja (not that they should be similar but I forget just how diverse Spain's wines can be). Opening this was a bit poignant - the last link we have to a great day in the mountains of Priorat.  I've pasted in some info I found from an American wine merchants site. Burgo's-Porta's wines do not appear to be available in the UK but overseas prices suggest this would come in at around £25. As always, I wish we had brought more back with us!

The Estate
Mas Sinen is located in the village of Poboleda, in the province of Tarragona. The winery dates back to the 19th century and has been in the family for a few generations. Mas Sinen is a beautiful estate made of stone and surrounded by the family vineyards. Today, Salvador Burgos and his wife Conxita Porta, together with their two daughters, continue the family tradition using the most modern technologies to produce high quality wine from the Priorat Denomination of Origin.
The VineyardsThe vineyards measure 15 hectares total. They are planted in terraces, in the slopes of the "Mas Sinen" mountain and are situated 300-500 meters above sea level, cultivated under organic methods. The vines are 5 to 50 years old planted to local schist called llicorella (decomposing soil type) which is typical of the Priorat region.

The Vineyards
The vineyards measure 15 hectares total. They are planted in terraces, in the slopes of the "Mas Sinen" mountain and are situated 300-500 meters above sea level, cultivated under organic methods. The vines are 5 to 50 years old planted to local schist called llicorella (decomposing soil type) which is typical of the Priorat region.

2007 Mas Sinen, Coster, Reserve, Priorat 6/750mlMade from 50% Garnacha, 50% Carinena. 50 year old vines. Aged for 12 months in oak. Light filtration. Strong and flavorful.

"The 2007 Coster Reserve is 50% Garnacha and 50% Carinena sourced from 50-year-old vines aged for 12 months in oak. Aromas of slate/mineral, espresso, black truffle, licorice, black cherry, and plum lead to a dense, packed, powerful, impressively constituted Priorat that will add complexity with another 4-5 years of cellaring. Drink this pleasure-bent powerhouse from 2014 to 2027."

- Wine Advocate (April 2010), 94 pts

2009 Mas Sinen, Petit Mas Sinen, Priorat 6/750mlMade from 45% Garnacha, 30% Cariñena (also called Samsó), 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Syrah, 5% Merlot. Aged in oak barrels for 6 months. Maceration for 21 days. ML in stainless steel tanks. Clarification with white egg and soft filtration. The wine shows great spice and leather components, some minerality and a lot of ripe red fruits aromas as well. This wine is certified organic. National Retail Price: $38.95 / bottle