The 2007 Mas 7 was produced from organically grown grapes and is a blend of 50% Garnacha, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Merlot aged 12 months in French oak. It reveals a nose of slate/mineral, lavender, and roasted cherry compote. Made in a relatively forward style, it has a smooth texture, just a bit of structure, and ripe, savory flavors. Drink it over the next 8 years. Bodegas Pinord is a family-owned estate dating back more than 150 years. The existing winery and cellar was constructed in 1942 and has a capacity of over 5,000,000 bottles. Both sparkling (Cava) and still wines are produced from Penedes and neighboring Priorat.Importer: Andres Arribas, Wine Associates, Whitehouse, NJ; Tel: (908) 534-8946

Opens with brambly, edgy plum aromas and stays edgy in the mouth, with fresh but mildly tart raspberry flavors. Lots of kick and life, but not a lot of elegance or complexity. Finishes with vanilla and a lashing of palpable oak.——M.S.(11/1/2009)—— 85

The 2005 +7 is 50% Garnacha, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Syrah aged for 12 months in new French and American oak. It exhibits a slightly baked, mineral, black cherry, and black currant bouquet. This leads to a smooth-textured, chewy, ripe wine with plenty of spicy black fruits, good depth, some concealed tannin, and a medium-long finish. This tasty Priorat can be enjoyed over the next 8-10 years although it is likely to evolve for another 2-3 years in the cellar.Importer: Andres Arribas, Wine Associates, Whitehouse Station, NJ; tel. (908) 534-8946