The 2007 Genium Ecologic is made up of 50% Garnacha, 30% Merlot, 10% Syrah, and 10% Carinena aged in 50% new French oak for 6 months. Opaque purple in color with a reticent nose of black cherry and mineral, on the palate it is structured and lacking complexity. The flavors are tasty but the finish is firm and compact. It is likely to evolve for several years, so perhaps the wine can pull itself together while in time-out in the cellar.
Genium Celler began in 2002 when six families from the Priorat village of Poboleda joined forces.
Importer: Aurelio Cabestrero, Grapes of Spain, Lorton, VA; tel. (571) 642-0343