Bodegas Canopy - Congo 2015
93/100
Robert Parker
92/100
Penin
“Congo 2015 is a selection of the finest Grenache clusters from an old vineyard in the village of Real de San Vicente, planted on granitic soils, sourced from the same vines as one of the vineyards that produce Tres Patas. Only the 2007 and 2009 vintages had been produced previously, as the process of harvesting cluster by cluster was too labor-intensive. This wine was aged in French oak casks (the equivalent of ten Burgundy barrels, or 2,280 liters), where it matured for 18 to 20 months. It reveals notes of sweet fruit and the austerity of the granite soils. Let it age so it can develop even further.” (Wine Advocate 2017 – Robert Parker) An exceptional Grenache!
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Eye
Deep red with purple highlights
Nose
Notes of dark fruit and dried figs, cocoa, and balsamic vinegar
Palate
Full-bodied on the palate, with a long finish featuring black fruit notes enhanced by a hint of smokiness
Serve
At 16-18°C
Drink from
2019
Drink before
2025
Production
815 bottles
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs perfectly with cold cuts, aged and smoked meats, game, or a grilled ribeye steak
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2017 guide) 93/100 (Excellent wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Congo 2015 is a selection of the finest Grenache clusters from an old vineyard in the village of Real de San Vicente, planted on granitic soils, sourced from the same vines as one of the vineyards that produce Tres Patas. Only the 2007 and 2009 vintages had been produced previously, as the process of harvesting cluster by cluster was too labor-intensive. This wine was aged in French oak casks (the equivalent of ten Burgundy barrels, or 2,280 liters), where it matured for 18 to 20 months. It reveals notes of sweet fruit and the austere character of the granite soils. Allow it to age further so it can fully develop its potential.
About the estate:
I’ve had a selection of Canopy’s superb wines tasted on several occasions. The wines always retain their freshness, even in a sun-drenched vintage like 2015. The vineyards are cultivated using organic farming methods; all fermentations are carried out with indigenous yeasts; and aging takes place in barrels that have held two or three previous vintages, with a preference for large containers, which helps round out the tannins without overpowering the wines. This is a top-tier estate, producing wines that perfectly reflect the vintage and their signature terroir.
Guide Penin
Wine rated 92/100