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Creu Celta and Terra Sagrada come from Salanques, one of the coolest ‘climats’ in Priorat. The area is a virtual viticultural ‘paradise’ and the McAlindon family established a vineyard in this region in 2003.
Creu Celta is an expression of the traditional grapes of the region. It is a mixture of very old vines (70+ years) plus maturing vines planted over 20 years ago. With each passing year Creu Celta is delivering greater complexity and voluptuousness.
Terra Sagrada is an expression of the noble Syrah grape variety. Traditionally found in the Rhône, this variety excels in the demanding slate based soils of Priorat.
Today Priorat is producing some of the world’s greatest wines and both Creu Celta and Terra Sagrada aspire to join these ranks.
When we first conceived of Creu Celta, it was important that we used imagery that had a strong link with our homeland.
The symbol for Creu Celta (meaning ‘Celtic Cross’ in Catalan) is inspired by the exceptional 15th Century High Cross found on Devenish Island in County Fermanagh in the North of Ireland.
The Vineyard
The vineyard is planted in the traditional Llicorella soil, a type of slate. The vines have to struggle to survive in this dry mountainous climate, but those that do yield exceptionally concentrated fruit, which give complex and long lived wines.
The vineyard contains 70+ year old Garnatxa (Grenache) vines and in 2003/04 terracing was created which allowed more planting to occur. More Garnatxa, some Samsó (Carignan) and a little Syrah were selected.
- Garnatxa is the key grape of the region, and is the classic Mediterranean red grape. It offers red fruits, spice and in the right terroir produces ‘world class’ wines.
- Samsó thrives in Priorat. It is a great blending partner to Garnatxa due to its tannin, acidity and colour.
- Syrah whilst not native to the region adds depth, dark fruit and complexity.
``92/100. Violets and red fruit on the nose, hints of blackcurrants. Lovely integration and certain silkiness on the palate, mineral finish.``
(Decanter World Wine Awards 2024)
2021
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Creu Celta
Creu Celta comes from Salanques, one of the coolest ‘climats’ in Priorat.
Direct Wine Shipments established the vineyard in this remarkable region in 2003.
All fruit has been sourced from our vineyard in Salanques, one of the coolest ‘terroirs’ in Priorat.
Hot on the heels of a GOLD MEDAL in the Global Grenache Masters for the 2020 comes the new 2021 vintage!
Grenache with Carignan. Aged in old 500 litre barrels. Redolent of top Chateauneuf du Pape!
“Creu Celta 2021 in my opinion is better than 2020…outstanding!”
(Silvia Puig, Winemaker of Creu Celta & Terra Sagrada)
For more information, telephone: 028 9050 8000.
100% Syrah (Shiraz). Full & rich with dark fruit flavours (blackcurrant, blue berry) with savoury black olive notes underpinned by smoky & mineral character.
2021
NEW VINTAGE! IN STOCK NOW!
Terra Sagrada
“GOLD MEDAL. 95/100. Agile notes of dried rose petal, violet and succulent bramble fruits, beautifully vivid and singing with expression. Dynamic and grippy with a long, velveteen finish.” (Decanter World Wine Awards 2024)
Aged in French barrique. Not unlike a Barossa Shiraz! Aged in French Barrique. Our 4th vintage!
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