Called "noir de noirs" in Catalan because it's a blend of different red grapes (including Garnacha, Cari?ena and Syrah), the 2012 Negre de Negres is produced with estate grapes form the Clos del Portal property between the villages of Lloar and Bellmunt. Fermentation was in stainless steel with natural yeasts after which the wine was raised in large French oak barrels for one year. The Cari?ena and Syrah seem to dominate the nose, giving it a nice seriousness and rusticity. The palate shows more the effect of the oak and might still need a bit more time. Medium to full-bodied, with balanced acidity and a finish that is quite long. Its not too powerful for the vintage. 20,908 bottles.