The 2009 Portal is composed of 40% Garnacha, 20% Carinena, with the balance Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon aged in barrel for 6 months. The nose exhibits a slightly roasted character along with damp earth, fresh herbs, mineral, floral, and black fruit aromas. This is followed by a savory, spicy, medium-bodied red with good volume and a fruit-filled finish. It is a good value for drinking over the next 4-5 years. Celler Vinos Pinol is a 4th generation family-owned winery consisting of 100 acres in and around the village of Batea in Terra Alta, the southern-most DO in Catalunya.Importer: Ole Imports, New Rochelle, NY; www.oleimports.com

The 2007 Portal Red is a blend of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon, Garnacha, Merlot, Tempranillo, and Syrah aged for six months in French, American, and Hungarian oak. Dark ruby-colored, the nose exhibits earth notes, cedar, tobacco, cassis, cherry, and blackberry. Ripe and sweet on the palate, licorice, dried herbs and mineral notes make an appearance leading to a lengthy, pure, fruit-filled finish. Drink this tasty effort over the next four years. Celler Vinos Pinol was founded in 1945 and today is led by the fourth generation of the family. The estate owns 100 acres in the town of Batea in the Terra Alta DO located just a few miles from Priorat.Importer: Patrick Mata, Ole Imports, New Rochelle, NY; www.oleimports.com

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