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Priorat

2009
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Priorat 2009 Vintage Report

Defining the 2009 vintage in Priorat requires looking beyond the averages, as it was a year of contrasting fortunes and precise timing.

The cycle began with a harmonious flowering period. Warm days (avg 22°C) allowed for an even fruit set, establishing the potential for a generous crop.

The growing season was solar and generous. Accumulating 2154 Growing Degree Days (GDD), the summer provided consistent warmth that drove steady sugar accumulation.

Harvest proceeded under mixed skies, requiring agility to dodge the 45mm of rain that fell sporadically during the picking weeks.

**Style:** Classically proportioned wines with good balance and terroir expression.

About Priorat

A rugged region of steep, terraced vineyards on distinctive "Llicorella" slate soils. Priorat produces powerful, mineral-driven reds based on Garnacha and Carineña that are among Spain's most prestigious.

Climatic Blueprint

Growing Degree Days (GDD)

2154

Total Rainfall

242 mm

Sunshine Hours

2531 hrs

Diurnal Shift

9.5 °C

Frost Days

0 days

Average Temperature

20 °C

Historical Context (10 Years)

Comparison of growing season heat accumulation vs regional average.

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