Stephan Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
by Josh Raynolds
2010 Font De La Figuera Blanco Priorat: Pale gold. Fragrant bouquet evokes nectarine, orange zest, white flowers and honey. Sappy, spice-accented orchard and pit fruit flavors show very good clarity and a juicy quality. Energetic and focused on the finish, which lingers with impressive tenacity and spiciness. This wine has the heft to work with rich foods and the energy to pair with lighter dishes as well. 91 points
2009 Font De La Figuera Priorat: Saturated ruby. Expressive, spice-accented aromas of black raspberry and candied cherry, complicated by deeper notes of licorice and mocha and a hint of dried violet. Pliant, open-knit dark berry flavors are underscored by smoky minerality. Still quite primary but I suspect that this ripe, fleshy wine will be drinking very well shortly. 90 points
2008 Clos Figueres Priorat: Opaque ruby. Exotically perfumed bouquet evokes red and dark berries, incense, graphite and smoky herbs, with a sexy floral nuance gaining strength with air. Juicy, penetrating and mineral-driven, with very good depth to its raspberry and bitter cherry flavors. Leaves sappy floral pastille and spicecake notes behind on the very long, clinging finish. Plenty rich but this wine shows very good vivacity and clarity. 92 points
2009 Font de la Figuera Blanco Priorat 
$35; a blend based on 85% viognier) Yellow-gold. Complex scents of dried apricot, fig, honey and candied ginger, with notes of white flowers and orange peel. Distinctly wild on the palate, showing deep orchard and pit fruit and candied citrus flavors joined by vanilla and sweet butter. Manages to be both rich and lively, and finishes on a sweet, honeyed note, with hints of fresh orange and flowers. This is more exotic and open-knit than the 2008 version. 90 Points
2008 Font de la Figuera Priorat: ($35; a blend of grenache, syrah, carignan and cabernet sauvignon) Bright ruby. Spicy, mineral-accented aromas of red- and blackcurrant, cherry and licorice, with a sexy floral quality. Juicy, expansive red fruit flavors turn firmer in the mid-palate, picking up notes of black pepper and candied violet. Nicely balanced wine with zero excess fat and very good finishing clarity.91Points
2007 Clos Figueres Priorat: ($75; a blend of grenache, carignan, syrah, cabernet sauvignon and mourvedre) Opaque violet. Expansive, highly perfumed bouquet of black raspberry, cherry, licorice, black cardamom and smoky minerals. Racy red and dark berry and bitter cherry flavors are underscored by tangy minerality and complemented by a floral pastille quality. Gains weight with air while maintaining vivacity, finishing with gentle sweetness and a hint of cracked pepper. This will age on its balance. (Europvin USA Van Nuys CA). 93 Points
Robert Parkers Wine Advocate
2007 Clos Figueras Clos Figueres
A Proprietary Blend Dry Red Table wine from Priorat, Spain,
Review by WA # , #188 (Apr 2010)
Rating: 94
Drink 2015 – 2027
Cost: $85
The purple-colored 2007 Clos Figueres displays an already complex nose of sandalwood, Asian spices, mineral, lavender, herbs, and assorted black fruits. Dense and sweet on the palate, this plush offering will continue evolving for another 5-7 years and have a drinking window extending from 2015 to 2027. Importer: Christopher Cannan, Europvin; www.europvin.com
2008 Clos Figueras Font de la Figuera Blanco
A Proprietary Blend Dry White Table wine from Priorat, Spain,
Review by WA # , #188 (Apr 2010)
Rating: 91
Drink 2010 – 2014
Cost: $40
Clos Figueras’ current releases include one white wine, the unoaked 2008 Font de la Figuera Blanco. It is predominantly Viognier with a dollop of Garnacha Blanco and Chenin Blanc (for acidity) completing the blend. Light gold-colored, it delivers an expressive aromatic array of spring flowers, honey, peach, and a hint of tropical fruits. It has a creamy texture with flavors of peach, mango, and pineapple making an appearance. Nicely balanced and long, it will drink well for another 3-4 years. Importer: Christopher Cannan, Europvin; www.europvin.com
2006 Clos Figueras Font de la Figueras
A Proprietary Blend Dry Red Table wine from Priorat, Spain,
Review by WA # , #183 (Jun 2009)
Rating: 90
Drink -
Cost: $40
The garnet-colored 2006 Font de la Figuera is a blend of 50% Garnacha, 30% Syrah, and the balance Carinena and Cabernet Sauvignon. The aromatic array of smoke, mineral, black cherry, and blueberry is enticing. This is followed by a firm, medium to full-bodied wine with layers of ripe fruit, moderate tannin, savory flavors, and a medium-long finish. Overall, the wine seems just a bit muted. Importer: Christopher Cannan, Europvin; www.europvin.com
2007 Clos Figueras Font de la Figueres
A Proprietary Blend Dry Red Table wine from Priorat, Spain,
Review by WA # , #188 (Apr 2010)
Rating: 91
Drink 2014 – 2027
Cost: $40
The 2007 Font de la Figuera is deep crimson-colored with a compelling nose of mineral, scorched earth, Asian spices, boysenberry, and black cherry. This is followed by a full-bodied wine with layers of flavor and enough structure to evolve for 4-6 years. This well-balanced, lengthy Priorat will deliver prime drinking from 2014 to 2027. Importer: Christopher Cannan, Europvin; www.europvin.com
(Click here for pdf of all Parker ratings of Clos Figueras wines over the years)