Divina Clementia 2015

2015 was a more powerful, riper and warmer year, even in cooler zones of Ribeira Sacra like the plots where the grapes for the 2015 Divina Clementia are sourced. This is from old vines that belong to the family of Raúl Suarez, mostly Mencía but with the varietal blend always found in the old vines. This is more concentrated and has more tannin, clearly a year to keep in the cellar. There is also a little more influence from the oak barrels, especially when compared with the 2016 I tasted next to it. The barrels were new when he started in 2013, and the effect in the aromas and flavors is less noticeable each vintage. This should develop nicely in bottle. Some 1,500 bottles were produced in 2015.

Dark and spicy with earthy notes and some juicy, deep-set plum flavors. Plush and polished tannins. An upbeat, modern style with plenty of energy. Drink or hold.