Bell Cros, 2019
El Mirador 2019
El Mirador 2019
The name refers to a hill with beautiful views over the vineyards. This exclusive wine, with a limited production of only 1,466 bottles, is a blend of the indigenous grape varieties Cariñena and Garnacha. In the glass, it displays a ruby red color and an enticing aroma of lilac flowers, plums, and citrus fruits. The taste is fresh and persistent, with an inviting drinkability.
Meer over Bell Cros
Meer over Bell Cros
Bell Cros is located high in Montsant, bordering Priorat. A relatively young winery, but with old vines! The quality of the vineyards is immense. Previously, it was a bit too high and cold here. Moreover, the vineyards were not protected by surrounding mountain ridges as in Priorat. But the changing climate has had its advantages here.
The first person to recognize this was winemaker Joan Asens. A man nicknamed "crac" - roughly translatable as genius - is, of course, a great asset. Born and raised next to the current estate, he knew the potential of these vineyards. For example, he was a consulting winemaker for Alvaro Palacios but did not have to think long about becoming the winemaker for Bell Cros.
2019 was his first year at Bell Cros, and in that same year, he was named winemaker of the year in Catalonia.
The white wines are made from Garnacha Blanca, and the red wines from Carinena and Garnacha.
