The Grapes
Morlanda Criança contains the traditional grapes of Priorat: Garnacha (gar-NACH-a) and Cariñena (car-ee-NEN-ya). Many believe that Garnacha and Cariñena are at their best in the Priorat, producing wines of enormous power and depth. More than 90 percent of the vines in the DOC are red varieties. More recent plantings include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Of the white varieties, Macabeo, white Garnacha
and Pedro Ximénez (used in sweet dessert wines) are traditional.
The Blend
60% Garnacha
30% Cariñena
10% Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting Notes
Full cherry, ruby red, with good intensity. Fine nose of deep, dark fruit, plums, blackberries and black currants, with lovely toasty, roasting coffee, a hint of balsamic, and a fine touch of licorice. Exceedingly complex. The palate is full and flavorful, reflecting the aromas on the nose with soft tannins, lightly sweet finish.
Food Affinities
Because of its rich intensity, you'll want to go for big flavors here. Think grilled lamb, pepper steak or veal stew. It would also match well with a garlicky pasta or even a pizza with "the works".
Wine Ratings & Reviews
90 points - Morlanda Crianca 2003
"The 2003 Morlanda is a blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Carignan, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in American oak. Purple-colored, it offers an attractive nose of pain grille, smoke, black cherry and black currant jam. Full-bodied with a supple palate-feel, its ripe fruit is already exhibiting some complexity as well as excellent depth and concentration. The wine is quite approachable now and should continue to drink well for another 6-8 years." - Jay Miller
eRobertParker.com , February 2007
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