NZ
Australia
Founded 1163, Scala Dei is Priorat's oldest winery, blending historic tradition with mountain terroir.
Pure Garnatxa from steep slate slopes, limited batch.
Hand-harvested, native yeast, French & American oak aging for power.
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Description
Founded in 1163 by Carthusian monks, Scala Dei is Priorat's oldest winery, producing distinctive mountain wines from historic, terraced vineyards on steep slate slopes. The 2022 Priorat Garnatxa is sourced from old-vine Garnacha grown on licorella soils at altitude, hand-harvested to ensure vibrancy and site expression. Grapes are gently destemmed and fermented with native yeasts in small stainless steel tanks, using gentle extraction to preserve aromatic purity and finesse. The wine is matured in a mix of French and American oak barrels for several months, lending integration and subtle spice while highlighting the variety's natural freshness. In the glass, it reveals bright red fruit, floral and mineral notes, with a palate that is medium-bodied, driven by lively acidity and fine tannins, finishing with an elegant touch of oak and persistent minerality.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Black Fruits, Earthy, Red Fruits
Palate:Black Fruits, Jammy, Red Fruits
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Pork
Poultry
Red Meat
Description
Founded in 1163 by Carthusian monks, Scala Dei is Priorat's oldest winery, producing distinctive mountain wines from historic, terraced vineyards on steep slate slopes. The 2022 Priorat Garnatxa is sourced from old-vine Garnacha grown on licorella soils at altitude, hand-harvested to ensure vibrancy and site expression. Grapes are gently destemmed and fermented with native yeasts in small stainless steel tanks, using gentle extraction to preserve aromatic purity and finesse. The wine is matured in a mix of French and American oak barrels for several months, lending integration and subtle spice while highlighting the variety's natural freshness. In the glass, it reveals bright red fruit, floral and mineral notes, with a palate that is medium-bodied, driven by lively acidity and fine tannins, finishing with an elegant touch of oak and persistent minerality.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Black Fruits, Earthy, Red Fruits
Palate:
Black Fruits, Jammy, Red Fruits
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Pork
Poultry
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Black Fruits, Earthy, Red Fruits
Black Fruits, Jammy, Red Fruits
Cheese
Pork
Poultry
Red Meat