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Les Crestes

Les Crestes

Delicious warm youth with a subtle hint of wood
Les Crestes
75 cl.
2024
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Details
15.00%
Alcohol 15.00%
Catalonia
Production area Catalonia
D.O.Q. Priorat
Designation of Origin D.O.Q. Priorat
Mas Doix
Winery Mas Doix
Contains sulphites
80% Garnacha Tinta, 10% Cariñena, 10% Syrah
Varieties 80% Garnacha Tinta, 10% Cariñena, 10% Syrah
16.0
Service 16.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Electronic label

Tasting notes Les Crestes 2024

Red wine Aged in wood. 10 months in French oak barrels.

Les Crestes 2024 dazzles with an intense cherry hue that captivates the eye. Bringing the glass closer, vibrant aromas of ripe red fruits such as cherries and strawberries unfold, enveloped in subtle oak nuances that impart warmth. On the palate, it is structured yet approachable, with a balanced acidity that enhances its freshness, while the flavours of raspberries and blackberries intertwine with gentle spicy notes. A delightful combination of fruit and freshness, achieving a perfect balance between character and subtlety. 

Style Les Crestes
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Charcuterie, Oily fish, Soft cheeses, Red meat

About Les Crestes

Les Crestes is a red wine from the D.O Priorat produced by the winery Mas Doix. This is a blend of Grenache, Cariñena and Syrah. The first varietal stands out as the dominant force.

The grapes for Les Crestes originates from vineyards averaging 20 years of age planded on sloped located at 400 meters above sea level. The soils are slate, a predominant type in the region.

The harvest is carried out by hand. The grapes are thus transported to the winery in small 10kg capacity boxes, this is to prevent breakages and unwanted fermentation. The grapes, once in the winery are again selected, this time from the sorting table.

Each parcel of land is vinified separately. For fermentation, the system "submerged cap" which consists of maintain the "cap" or the solid material of the grape that rises to the top in the must during the fermentation.

After a process of production, Les Crestes is aged in second year ultrafine grain French barrels for 10 months. The wine is not clarified of filtred, Les Crestes rests for several months in bottle.

The history of Mas Doix began in 1850. This small family winery is characterised by the personality of the lands in Priorat which are faithfully transferred to the wines.

2024

Les Crestes 2024 dazzles with an intense cherry hue that captivates the eye. Bringing the glass closer, vibrant aromas of ripe red fruits such as cherries and strawberries unfold, enveloped in subtle oak nuances that impart warmth. On the palate, it is structured yet approachable, with a balanced acidity that enhances its freshness, while the flavours of raspberries and blackberries intertwine with gentle spicy notes. A delightful combination of fruit and freshness, achieving a perfect balance between character and subtlety. 
2023 Les Crestes 2023 delivers a memorable experience with its vibrant purplish-red hue that captivates the eye. On the nose, it unveils captivating aromas of fresh red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, complemented by subtle nuances of dried herbs that evoke the Mediterranean essence. Upon tasting, it offers an explosion of juicy fruits that caress the palate, showcasing a remarkable harmony between acidity, tannins, and body. Its hallmark is balance, and it stands out for its dynamic freshness. Recommended for its ability to surprise with a fluid yet intense expression, Les Crestes 2023 is perfect for those seeking a wine that combines elegance and freshness in a single glass.
2022

Les Crestes 2022 unveils itself in a vivid crimson hue with hints of purple, beckoning one to explore its youthful zest. On the nose, it unfurls a spectrum of aromas featuring cherries and raspberries, interwoven with delicate nuances of dried thyme and rosemary. Upon the palate, this red wine delights with a burst of ripe red fruits that transition into a velvety texture and a harmonious balance. Its moderate concentration ensures it will be the ideal accompaniment for an array of occasions.
2019

Les Crestes 2019 is a succulent red wine exuding aromas of kirsch, hints of peppermint, and herbal undertones. On the palate, it is vibrant, light-bodied, and enticingly sweet. This well-structured wine exhibits pronounced acidity and a lingering finish.  

 
2017

Les Crestes 2017 is a succulent red wine brimming with luscious red fruit aromas, balsamic undertones, and mineral hints. On the palate, it is flavorful, light, and vibrant. This wine offers a delightful introduction, a silky progression, and a lengthy, well-structured finish. 

 
2014 Fruity and fresh. Good attack and excellent acidity. Long and persistent finish, mineral and balsamic reminiscences.

Attractive purple colour. Clean and bright, full robe and beautiful tear.

Intense and aromatic aromas. Presence of red and wild fruits. Notes of liquorice, sweet spices and lightly toasted undertones.
2013

In the mouth, there is a presence of fruit. Good entry, cool, silky and with great acidity. Toasty with mineral notes.

Long finish. Balsamic and fruity aftertaste.



Clean and bright purple, high robe and abundant thin tear.



Very intense and aromatic nose. Berries, cherries, currants, liquorice notes, sweet spices, roasted coffee.
2012 Like in the nose, in the mouth this wine is very fruity. It has good attack and a nice passage through the mouth. It's silky, with a defined, refreshing acidity, balanced with fleshy tannins that are noticeable but not at all annoying. Long and persistent finish. Balsamic and fruity sensations at retro-olfaction. Very recommendable, excellent value for money.

Intense picota cherry colour with violet reflections. Abundant fine, evenly falling tears show on the glass.

This new vintage is very intense, fragrant and aromatic. Forest fruits, red fruit, cherries, redcurrents, accompanied by balsamic notes, sweet spices and fine and subtle toasted notes.
2011 Such as in the nose, in the mouth, this wine is very fruity. It has a nice attack and a good mid palate. It is a silky wine with a marked, refreshing and crispy balanced acidity and fleshy tannins which are noticeable but pleasant. Long and persistent finish. Balsamic and fruity retro-olfaction. A highly recommendable red wine with an excellent value (and pleasure) for money.

Intense dark cherry colour with violet reflections. Abundant thin and regular tears.

This new vintage shows high intensity, scented and very fragrant nasal aromas. Its notes of berries and red fruits such as cherries and redcurrant are released along with balsamic notes, sweet spices and subtle and elegant toasted hints.
2010 In the mouth, it is very fruity. It shows a good attack and a good, silky mid palate with an outstanding acidity and noticeable but balanced tannins which are not annoying at all. Long and persistent finish with a balsamic and spicy aftertaste. Highly recommended and with an excellent value for money.

Nice and intense cherry color with violet reflections. Abundant, thin and uniform tears.

Clean and intense, very expressive nasal aromas full of ripe red fruit notes, very well complemented by some hints of sweet and hot spices and some refined toasted nuances which are nicely integrated.
2009 Soft and very fresh attack and long and friendly mid palate full of fruity sensations. Very refreshing and perfectly balanced lively acidity. Well integrated sweet tannins. Long finish.  Its elegance, softness and freshness define this kind Priorat wine.

Intense cherry red colour with violet reflections. A clean and bright wine with a high layer and thin tears.

Fresh and intense aromas. Its very intense notes of red fruit (especially berries) appear on a mineral background along with fresh balsamic hints and subtle toasted and spicy aromas.
2023
92 Parker
92 Peñín
2022
92 Parker
2021
92+ Parker
2019
92 Parker
92 Peñín
2018
93 Parker
90 Peñín
2017
90 Peñín
2016
92 Parker
91 Peñín
90 Suckling
2015
91 Peñín
2012
94 Parker
2010
92 Parker
91 Peñín
2009
90 Peñín

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  • We send it to Portugal with CTT Express to your home
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €8.50 with CTT Express.
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