At a glance

Producer

Les Eres

Region

Priorat, Spain

Grape variety

Garnacha, Cariñena

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$50

Tasting profile

Black fruit (blackberry, black cherry), licorice, mineral notes with a hint of spice and toasted oak

Evolution: Developing tertiary aromas of leather, earth, and forest floor over time

At peak: Complex layered fruit with integrated tannins and a long finish

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to high acidity providing freshness

Tannins

Firm and ripe tannins

Alcohol

14.5%

Aging potential

10-15 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2023 to 2030

Optimal window

2020 to 2030

Current status

Approaching early maturity

Current condition

Structured tannins with developing complexity; drinking well with some cellaring optional

The 2015 vintage in Priorat was excellent with concentrated fruit and balanced acidity. The robust tannins and structure support a long aging window. Drinking now reveals youthful fruit, but peak complexity emerges after further bottle aging.

Food pairing

Roasted lamb, grilled game, aged Manchego cheese, mushroom risotto, and hearty stews

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1 hour) — To soften tannins and allow aromatic expression

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Use of cover crops, integrated pest management, limited irrigation, and manual harvesting

Les Eres employs sustainable viticultural practices focusing on soil health and biodiversity preservation. While lacking formal certifications, the producer emphasizes minimizing environmental impact through eco-friendly farming and energy conservation measures during production. Packaging is moderate weight glass with recyclable materials.