The Artist 2016 Can Axartell

“The Artist,” a blend, is marked with the characteristic colors of Syrah: inky purple shades laced with violet hues. Yet that Syrah cedes dominance in the nose to Merlot and the indigenous varieties of Callet and Manto negro. From the glass waft complex aromas of blackberry and blueberry, damson plum and black cherry as well as cinnamon, smoke, toast, cocoa and delicate vanilla. The barrel influence is striking yet nonetheless balanced; it supports rather than dictates. The wine is reminiscent of Majorca's Serra de Tramuntana with its gnarled olive trees, oak forest, dry underbrush and bare stones. The true caliber of the wine however reveals itself in the power and complexity on the palate. Here too, the Mediterranean influence reinforces a primarily herbal character balanced with ripe juicy black fruits and a skillful barrel influence. The meaty density is softened with an elegant and delicate acidity and long, lasting finish.

Name: The Artist 2016
Vintage: 2016
Grapes: Syrah, Merlot, Callet, Manto Negro
Ageing: 12 month in French oak barrel
Alcohol: 14,5 % vol.
Total acid: 6,24 g/l