The 2010 Barranc dels Closos red is a blend of 80% Garnacha and 20% Carinena aged in Allier oak for three months. Here, there is a touch of reduction on the nose but it soon blows away. It is a little rustic with scents of mulberry, plum and a touch of shoe polish. The palate is medium-bodied with chunky red fruit mingling with dark chocolate and cloves. The finish is a little dry and severe, but it has a natural, bucolic charm. Drink now-2016. Mas Igneus was founded in 1996, a joint venture between Josep Maria Albet, Josep Maria Pujol-Busquets and the Poboleda Cooperative (which left in 2004). The winery is located at their Costers de l’Ermita estate close to Gratallops, and there is a strong organic/biodynamic philosophy throughout all their wines. Mas Igneus’s wines are highly regarded; however, whether it was because of the vintages I tasted or because some had only recently been bottled, I found them falling slightly below my expectations. In particular, I felt that a propos some of the top wines, the oak was not quite in synch with the fruit. Importer: Opici Wines , www.opiciwines.com