At a glance

Producer

Escoda Sanahuja

Region

Priorat, Catalonia, Spain

Grape variety

Garnacha, Cariñena (Carignan), and possibly others

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$45

Tasting profile

Dark fruit forward with notes of black cherry, plum, graphite, and mineral nuance

Evolution: Developing tertiary aromas of earth, leather, and subtle spice

At peak: Balanced fruit and savory notes with integrated tannins and smooth finish

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to high, providing freshness and aging ability

Tannins

Firm and slightly rustic, typical of Priorat terroir

Alcohol

Typically around 14-15%

Aging potential

12-15 years from vintage with optimal development

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2030

Optimal window

2024 to 2033

Current status

Approaching drinkability with good potential ahead

Current condition

Youthful tannins, developing complexity

The 2021 Priorat vintage shows strong structure and ripe fruit characteristic of the region. Good acidity and tannins will allow prolonged aging with a peak approx. 5-9 years post vintage.

Food pairing

Grilled lamb, roasted game, hearty stews, mature cheeses

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften firm tannins and open aromatic complexity

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Use of cover crops to maintain soil health, limited intervention winemaking, water conservation measures in vineyard, solar energy employed at winery

Escoda Sanahuja practices environmentally sustainable viticulture respecting the fragile Priorat ecosystem, including soil preservation and water management techniques. Packaging is fairly standard with efforts to reduce waste. While not fully organic-certified, the producer aligns with sustainable principles to minimize carbon and ecological impact.