The 2012 'Joan Giné' is an intriguing contrast to the 2011 edition of this wine. This compelling wine starts with aromas of black cherry, coffee grounds, red currant and black tea. There are flavors of black cherry, spicebox, and anise, with hints of cassis and Earl Grey tea. This is restrained but the minerality is bright, as this has a considerably darker fruit profile than the 2011 bottling and is done in a more masculine style. Somewhat less approachable now than the '11, this also will be a long ager. Give this at least a year before consuming. This is some really nice value out of Priorat. (Best 2017-2029) - May, 2016 (OB)
Wine Specifications
- Report Date: May, 2016
- Producer: Buil & Gine
- Vintage: 2012
- Drinking Window: 2017-2029
- Estimated Value: $36
- Country: Spain
- Region: Priorat
- Appellation: Priorat
- Importer: Think Global Wines