Réne Barbier Clos Mogador Manyetes 2023

René Barbier Clos Mogador Manyetes 2023 is a rare, limited-production red from the Manyetes lieu-dit in Gratallops, Priorat. Made from Cariñena and shaped by exceptionally low yields, it combines the variety’s earthy character with impressive concentration, finely grained tannins and 14.5% alcohol. Only 1,800 bottles were produced—around one-third of the estate’s usual volume—making this a particularly sought-after vintage.

Tasting Notes
Deep and richly coloured in the glass, the 2023 Manyetes shows a concentrated, mature profile. Its aromas suggest ripe dark fruit, dried herbs, earth and warm, rustic spice, with the Cariñena bringing a distinctive savoury dimension. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, powerful and concentrated, yet balanced by abundant, finely textured tannins. The wine has a mature, slightly rustic character and considerable depth, with the structure to develop further in bottle. Its tannins are more refined than those of the challenging 2022 vintage, while the overall style recalls the mature 2020 vintage. It should reward cellaring over the coming years.

Production
The wine comes from the Manyetes lieu-dit in Gratallops, where very low yields resulted in an exceptionally small production. In 2023, 35% of the wine underwent semi-carbonic maceration before being pressed and completing fermentation on the skins. It then matured for eight months in demi-muid, followed by a further 12 months in a 1,200-litre oak egg. The wine could not be transferred to the estate’s larger 2,000-litre oak vat because there was not enough volume to fill it. The early harvest produced a wine with higher alcohol than the 2022 and 2024 vintages, while the tannins remained notably fine and well defined.

Food & Serving
Serve at 16–18°C, ideally after allowing the wine to breathe. A short decant of around 30–60 minutes will help open its dark-fruited, earthy character, although older bottles may benefit from gentler handling. Its concentration and tannic structure make it an excellent partner for grilled or slow-cooked red meats, roast lamb, game, hearty stews and richly flavoured Catalan dishes. It also pairs well with mature hard cheeses.

Producer
René Barbier is one of the key names associated with the modern revival of Priorat, a region known for its steep vineyards, low yields and powerful, age-worthy reds. Working from Gratallops, Barbier’s wines reflect the distinctive character of individual sites such as Manyetes, while combining traditional regional identity with careful, precise élevage. The tiny 2023 release highlights both the challenges of the vintage and the producer’s commitment to preserving the character of this special vineyard.

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