In the glass
What it pairs with
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Braised lamb with tomatoes and olives
The wine's fruit and medium structure complement Mediterranean lamb. -
Grilled pork chops with herbs
Garnacha fruit and herbal freshness pair naturally with herb-grilled pork.
How to serve Mas Igneus FA 112
Allow 65 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 60 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 14-16°C. Cellar temperature (14-16°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a Burgundy bowl with a wide opening: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Braised lamb with tomatoes and olives, Grilled pork chops with herbs. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
FA 112 is the mid-tier expression from Mas Igneus, named for a vineyard plot at the estate. It is positioned between the entry-level IG and the prestige FA206.
- 2004 — First vintage of Mas Igneus FA 112 as the mid-tier expression
Facts
- Producer
- Mas Igneus
- Grapes
- Garnacha Tinta, Cariñena
- Classification
- DOQ Priorat
- Oak
- 12 months in French oak, used
- ABV
- 14.5%
- Price
- €22-35 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-12 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2004
Frequently asked about Mas Igneus FA 112
What does Mas Igneus FA 112 taste like?
Structurally medium-bodied, medium tannins, high acidity with a medium finish.
When should I drink Mas Igneus FA 112?
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 Mas Igneus FA 112?
Braised lamb with tomatoes and olives is the canonical pairing; Grilled pork chops with herbs is the other strong match. The wine's fruit and medium structure complement Mediterranean lamb.
What grapes are in Mas Igneus FA 112?
The blend is Garnacha Tinta, Cariñena. The wine is classified as DOQ Priorat.