Montsant, Tarragona, Catalunya, Spain
Celler de Capcanes is a modern cooperative in the province of Tarragona. Founded in 1933. Aromas of hot wet bitumen road with mint, menthol, herbs. After a while in the decanter a ripe red fruited perfume and a touch of tar. No sign of raspberry which one often gets with new world Grenache. A medium to full bodied palate. The following night the palate was a little “blocky” without much nuance. I’m somewhat non-plussed for the price and reputation. 100% Garnacha; one of the 1001 Wines; approximately 3000 bottles made. Imported into Australia by the wonderfully named “The Spanish Acquisition “. Postscript: The name derives from when the vineyards were abandoned and taken over by goats (cabra means goat).
Celler de Capcanes is a modern cooperative in the province of Tarragona. Founded in 1933. Aromas of hot wet bitumen road with mint, menthol, herbs. After a while in the decanter a ripe red fruited perfume and a touch of tar. No sign of raspberry which one often gets with new world Grenache. A medium to full bodied palate. The following night the palate was a little “blocky” without much nuance. I’m somewhat non-plussed for the price and reputation. 100% Garnacha; one of the 1001 Wines; approximately 3000 bottles made. Imported into Australia by the wonderfully named “The Spanish Acquisition “. Postscript: The name derives from when the vineyards were abandoned and taken over by goats (cabra means goat).
Mar 5th, 2021Bright cherry red. Stalky red fruits - cranberry red currant and rhubarb. Savoury and incredibly persistent yet remaining medium bodied. As I like Chateauneuf du Pape this Spanish Garnacha is right up my street. Tannins resolved and drinking at its peak. Really enjoyed this with spicy chicken.
Bright cherry red. Stalky red fruits - cranberry red currant and rhubarb. Savoury and incredibly persistent yet remaining medium bodied. As I like Chateauneuf du Pape this Spanish Garnacha is right up my street. Tannins resolved and drinking at its peak. Really enjoyed this with spicy chicken.
Apr 28th, 2019
Vino de capa alta, en nariz con oxidación naranja alcohólica y tostados. En boca sedosa y muy largo.
Vino de capa alta, en nariz con oxidación naranja alcohólica y tostados. En boca sedosa y muy largo.
Nov 26th, 2014
Has moved through its Bret phase. Savory w some oxy notes. Has years to go.
Has moved through its Bret phase. Savory w some oxy notes. Has years to go.
Sep 20th, 2014Vino de añada 2000 tras larga oxigenación da notas en nariz de naranja muy alcohólica y regaliz negro. En boca suave sedoso y con potencia, largo y equilibrado.
Vino de añada 2000 tras larga oxigenación da notas en nariz de naranja muy alcohólica y regaliz negro. En boca suave sedoso y con potencia, largo y equilibrado.
Sep 6th, 2014Modern and oaky. But for people who like that, fabo.
Modern and oaky. But for people who like that, fabo.
Aug 5th, 2014
Goats on a hill in Montsant, Delish.
Goats on a hill in Montsant, Delish.
Dec 3rd, 2013
