Priorat, Clos Mogador - 2017

Name: Priorat, Clos Mogador
Brand: Clos Mogador
SKU: 11512
Price: 99.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 11512 750mL

One of the top estates in Priorat, Clos Mogador was established by René Barbier, one of the founding fathers of the Priorat region. This wine, made from Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah shows black fruit and licorice flavors, while having an intense minerality that laces it all together.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2017

Country

Spain

Region

Priorato

Producer

Clos Mogador

Grape Variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Grenache

Merlot

Pinot Noir

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