# Clos Monlleó (2010)

- **Producer:** Sangenís i Vaqué SL
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cariñena, Garnacha
- **Region:** Catalonia, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 15.5%
- **Average price:** €72
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 18–20 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, black plum, red cherry, black cherry, vanilla, coffee, cloves, cedar, chocolate, smoke, dried fruit, earth, leather, tobacco

## About this wine

Clos Monlleó is a red wine from the DOQ Priorat region of Spain, produced by Sangenís i Vaqué SL. The wine is a blend of 50% Cariñena and 50% Garnacha, sourced from vines over 50 years old. The name 'Monlleó' refers to the ancestral surname of Pere Sangenís' family, highlighting the estate's long-standing connection to the land. Sangenís i Vaqué is a family winery founded in 1978, with a philosophy that blends tradition and contemporary winemaking trends. The wine's distinctive character is shaped by its old vine fruit, aging in new French oak, and its unfiltered nature.

## Interesting facts

- Monlleó is the ancestral surname of Pere Sangenís' family.
- Grapes come from vines over 50 years old.
- Fermentation occurs in old, ceramic-lined underground tanks.
- Aged in 100% new French oak barrels.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and robust tannins are well-suited to rich, protein-heavy dishes. The intensity of the wine can stand up to strong flavors, while its structure complements the fattiness of meats, creating a balanced palate experience. Earthy notes in the wine can echo savory elements in the food.

## Wine making process

Clos Monlleó is produced using grapes from vines over 50 years old. Fermentation occurs in old, ceramic-lined underground tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in 100% new French oak barrels from Allier. The wine is then unfiltered and clarified before bottling. Production is limited, typically ranging between 2,000 and 4,000 bottles.