2021 Clos Mogador Proprietary Blend

Proprietary Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

DC 98 WA 98 JS 97 VN 97 WS 93
DC 98

Decanter, October 2024

Ripe red fruits, blackberries, toast, smoke, spices and warm earth. So alive in the glass, it never seems to start changing and brightening as it opens up. Showcasing the extraordinary freshness of 2021, this is one of...
WA 98

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2024

The eponymous red 2021 Clos Mogador fermented with some 30% full clusters trying to give it more freshness (but without noticing the stems) with a long maceration (40 to 50 days) and (almost) no punching down, with less...
JS 97

jamessuckling.com, September 2023

A beautiful, fresh red with lots of vibrancy. Mineral, flint, freshly crushed blueberries and red berries. Juicy, polished tannins with a little more crunch to the fruit this year. Has a nice firmness compared with the...
VN 97

Vinous, November 2024

The 2021 Clos Mogador comprises 45% Garnatxa, 29% Carinyena, 16% Syrah and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, fermented with 30% whole clusters and aged for 18 months in foudres. Garnet in color, it features liqueur-like aromas of...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, August 2024

A fragrant version, with floral, herb and mineral accents. The pureed black raspberry and creamed black cherry fruit flavors are ripe and sweet in this well-structured red, an impression heightened by hints of cola...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Proprietary Blend
Country Spain
Region Priorat
Vintage 2021
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

The prestigious Clos Mogador flagship release became Catalonia’s first officially recognized “Vi de Finca” or “estate wine”. Additionally it bears distinction as a D.O.Ca Priorat, which guarantees that all grapes used to make the wine have been sourced exclusively from a single vineyard for at least five years.

A proprietary blend of Grenache, Carignan, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, it bides its time in carefully selected French oak barrels. Clos Mogador is made with affection and dedication, attentively following the traditional artisan methods of the world’s best ‘Grands Cru’ wines.

The 2021 Clos Mogador Proprietary Blend from Priorat, Spain, presents itself as a distinguished red wine, earning high praise across multiple reviews for its complexity and elegance.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it an impressive 98 points. Reviewer Luis Gutiérrez noted the wine's significant transformation, highlighting the "aromatic complexity and a beautiful texture" achieved through changes in vineyard composition and fermentation techniques. The 2021 vintage saw a reduction in Cabernet Sauvignon and an increase in Cariñena, which is anticipated to nearly match the quantity of Garnacha in future iterations. The wine matured in large oak foudres and concrete, leading to a balanced profile with "elegance and freshness." Gutiérrez added that the wine's character is deeply rooted in its Priorat and Mediterranean influences, marked by notes of "wet slate, graphite, aromatic herbs," and notably elegant tannins.

James Suckling's review, authored by Zekun Shuai, echoes this sentiment with a 97-point rating. Shuai describes the wine as "beautiful, fresh" with "lots of vibrancy," underscored by mineral and flint notes, complemented by the freshness of "freshly crushed blueberries and red berries." This vintage features "juicy, polished tannins with a little more crunch," distinguishing it from the 2020 vintage. The wine's brightness and vividness contribute to its long finish, making it suitable for immediate consumption or aging.

Wine Spectator also praised this vintage, giving it 93 points. The review emphasizes the wine's "fragrant version, with floral, herb, and mineral accents." The flavors of "pureed black raspberry and creamed black cherry" are highlighted by hints of "cola, licorice, and mocha," while "blood orange peel acidity provides bright, fine balance." This review notes the well-structured nature of the wine, with "sculpted tannins" that offer a "creamy, well-integrated edge."

In summary, the 2021 Clos Mogador Proprietary Blend stands out for its aromatic complexity, vibrant freshness, and balanced structure, making it a noteworthy selection for both immediate enjoyment and long-term cellaring.