Alvaro Palacios, Priorat Gratallops Vintage:2018 Although he characterized 2004 as

Although he characterized 2004 as more precocious than 2005

chocolate and black cherry notes make up the perfume

clean and bone-dry finale

the 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes is among the top few wines of this maligned vintage

There is a background touch of wood setting off the cool and admirably pure red and black pinot fruit that is bursting with an array of spices and wet stone

Alvaro Palacios, Priorat Gratallops Vintage:2018 Although he characterized 2004 asBlackberry and blueberry aromas and flavors with some iodine and slate. Black pepper, too. Medium body, light tannins and a refined, fruity finish. Finely crafted. Drink or hold.