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Structure

Bodyfull
Tanninfirm
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oaknew oak

Drinking window

Best 5 to 20 years from vintage.

vintage5 yrs20 yrs22 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

What it pairs with

  • Roast lamb with olives Firm Cariñena structure and mineral depth complement herb-roasted lamb.More wines for lamb →
  • Wild boar with mushrooms and pine nuts The mineral and dark fruit character of the wine match the gamey, earthy dish.More wines for wild boar →

How to serve Cims de Porrera Solanes

Allow 95 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and decant. Open 90 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
  2. Serve at 16-18°C. Cellar temperature (16-18°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a large Bordeaux-style glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. Pair with. Roast lamb with olives, Wild boar with mushrooms and pine nuts. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

Cims de Porrera was established in 1996 in Porrera, one of Priorat's highest subzones, and from the beginning focused on old-vine Cariñena from the Solanes vineyard. The estate is known for wines that reflect the cooler, high-altitude character of this subzone.

  1. 1996First vintage of Cims de Porrera Solanes, the flagship wine from this Porrera estate

Facts

Producer
Cims de Porrera · visiting guide
Grapes
Cariñena, Garnacha Tinta
Classification
DOQ Priorat
Oak
14-16 months in French oak, mix of new and used
ABV
15.0%
Price
€35-60 at retail
Drinking window
5-20 from vintage
First vintage
1996

Frequently asked about Cims de Porrera Solanes

What does Cims de Porrera Solanes taste like?

Structurally full-bodied, firm tannins, high acidity with a long finish.

When should I drink Cims de Porrera Solanes?

Drink 5-20 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Cims de Porrera Solanes?

Roast lamb with olives is the canonical pairing; Wild boar with mushrooms and pine nuts is the other strong match. Firm Cariñena structure and mineral depth complement herb-roasted lamb.

What grapes are in Cims de Porrera Solanes?

The blend is Cariñena, Garnacha Tinta. The wine is classified as DOQ Priorat.

Tags

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