2023 Alvaro Palacios Camins del Priorat

From: Priorat, SpainBlend: 40% Garnacha, 30% Samso, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Syrah Tasting Notes & Critical Acclaim: An alluring bouquet of red cherries, pomegranate, and potpourri. As you take a sip, vibrant notes of ripe boysenberries and a touch of marjoram waft through, complemented by delicate hints of oyster-shell minerality. The wine gracefully unfolds on the palate, revealing subtle coffee undertones and a whisper of milled white pepper. With a medium body and silky texture, the Camins del Priorat's tannins are juicy and fresh, providing an elegant frame for the expressive profile. The wine culminates in a beautifully balanced finish, adorned by a spicy mineral streak. "Hints of stewed herbs to the nicely baked cherries, strawberries and some hibiscus and dark spices. Fruity, medium-bodied on the palate with fine-grained tannins and a fresh, medium-long finish. Drink now." –James Suckling, 91 pointsPairing: A wine as eloquent and terroir-driven as the 2022 Camins del Pri