Arbossar 2022

These 90 year old Carinyena vines really rode the heat of 2022 brilliantly, resulting in a wine of great intensity, somehow packed into a light, delicate frame; very Dominik and very Terroir al Limit! Incredible depth and a wine that will stand the test of time. 2024-2044. (Fintan Kerr)

The 2022 Arbossar comes from the north-facing vineyard planted in 1910 that names the wine, a 1.6-hectare steep plot, one of the oldest in the region, at 400 meters above sea level on slate and granite soils. The full clusters fermented with indigenous yeasts, and the wine matured in concrete for eight months. It has a moderate 13.5% alcohol with a pH of 3.6 and mellow acidity. This is very Cariñena, with its rustic side, with character, some earthy notes, hints of herbs, berries and flowers and a mineral, iron-like note developing with time in the glass. It has power and energy, medium ripeness and very fine tannins, with a very balanced mouthfeel. 4,488 bottles produced. It was bottled in May 2023.

Ripe blueberries, slate, graphite and touches of ink, dried roses, goji berries and dried Mediterranean herbs and spices. This is quite an elegant, dialed-back rendition from this warm vintage, showing refinement, fluidity and brightness. Long, understated and effortless finish. 4,488 bottles made. Drink or hold.