Laurel by Clos Erasmus

In the glass

Full-bodiedMedium tanninMedium acidityDryMedium finish

What it pairs with

Roast lamb with herbs
Garnacha fruit and herbal notes are a natural match for herb-roasted lamb.
Grilled merguez sausages
Spice in the wine echoes the seasoning of the sausage.
Catalan pa amb tomaquet with ham
Medium weight and acidity complement the simple, flavourful Catalan snack.

How to serve Laurel

Allow 95 minutes from open to pour.

Open and decant. Open 90 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
Serve at 16-18°C. Cellar temperature (16-18°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
Glassware. Use a large Bordeaux-style glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
Pair with. Roast lamb with herbs, Grilled merguez sausages, Catalan pa amb tomaquet with ham. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

Laurel was introduced as the second wine of Clos Erasmus to make the estate's Priorat character accessible at a lower price point while Daphne Glorian concentrates the selection for the flagship.

2000 — First vintage of Laurel as the second wine of Clos Erasmus

Facts

Producer: Clos Erasmus
Grapes: Garnacha Tinta, Cariñena, Syrah
Classification: DOQ Priorat
Oak: 12-14 months in French oak, mix of new and used
ABV: 14.5%
Price: €30-50 at retail
Drinking window: 3-12 from vintage
First vintage: 2000
Biodynamic: Biodynamic Practicing
Organic: ORGANIC CERTIFIED

Frequently asked about Laurel

What does Laurel taste like?

Structurally full-bodied, medium tannins, medium acidity with a medium finish.

When should I drink Laurel?

Drink 3-12 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Laurel?

Roast lamb with herbs is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Grilled merguez sausages and Catalan pa amb tomaquet with ham. Garnacha fruit and herbal notes are a natural match for herb-roasted lamb.

What grapes are in Laurel?

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

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