Álvaro PalaciosL`Ermita 2022

Product code: 23302
£917.75 inc VAT
Spain
Red Wine from
Catalunya, Spain
Country
Country: Spain
Region
Region: Catalunya
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Priorat
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Álvaro Palacios
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Grenache/Garnacha, Carignan
Grape: 92% Grenache/Garnacha, 7% Carignan, 1% Other Varieties
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Country
Country: Spain
Region
Region: Catalunya
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Priorat
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Álvaro Palacios
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Grenache/Garnacha, Carignan
Grape: 92% Grenache/Garnacha, 7% Carignan, 1% Other Varieties

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

The 2022 L’Ermita is a powerful yet elegant Priorat red, dominated by Garnacha with a touch of Cariñena. Aromas of ripe red and black fruits — cherries, raspberries, blackberries — mingle with wild herbs, lavender, and subtle mineral notes. On the palate, it is focused and refined, with fine tannins, vibrant acidity, and layered flavours of dark fruit, wild mint, and crushed rock, leading to a long, polished, and ethereal finish that showcases both sophistication and ageing potential.

Product Notes

Álvaro Palacios L'Ermita is an incredibly sophisticated, rich Spanish wine. Produced in Catalonia's Priorat region, this garnet-hued signature blend is primarily garnacha, with a touch of cariñena. On the nose, it unfolds with a bold, complex aroma of ripe dark fruits, mocha, and mineral notes followed by indulgently layered palate of cherries, espresso and well-integrated oak. This opulent, full-bodied wine shows a perfect balance between its elegant acidity and silky tannins, culminating in a persistently lingering finish. L'Ermita is a testament to Alvaro Palacios' commitment to expressing the vivid character of Spain's historic vineyard terroirs.

About the Winery

Álvaro Palacios

Álvaro Palacios winery is an absolute gem nestled in the very heart of the Spanish viticultural landscape. The winery is defined by an unwavering commitment to quality and an enduring respect for the planet, with organic and biodynamic practices employed across its sun-dappled vineyards.

The estate's story begins in 1989 when young aspiring winemaker Álvaro Palacios, left the family business in Rioja to carve out a niche in the then little-known region of Priorat. Driven by a strong belief in the suitability of the region for growing world-class Grenache and Cariñena, he quickly made a name for himself by standardising these grape varieties in his world-renowned blends.

Inheriting age-old vineyards on steep terraces, Palacios has ceaselessly innovated, experimenting with various planting densities, adopting pioneering winemaking techniques and above all, producing wines with an undeniable sense of place, infused with the rugged, mineral-tinged character of Priorat's unique terroir.

Esteemed for its exceptional red wines particularly the single-vineyard expressions such as ‘L'Ermita’ Álvaro Palacios has won international acclaim. Year on year" these wines showcase the incredible finesse and depth of Grenache and Cariñena from this region, their compelling complexity a testament to Palacios's exceptional stewardship.

The winery itself is a beautiful amalgamation of tradition and modernity, with state-of-the-art winemaking facilities sat amidst the striking, rustic scenery of Priorat. Its striking image is paralleled by its wines; striking, bold creations that are widely regarded as some of Spain's finest.

In essence, the Álvaro Palacios winery truly embodies the spirit of Spanish winemaking, championing regional variety and terroir-driven wines that receive glowing global acclaim. It’s not merely a winery, but a beacon of Spanish viticulture that stands as a shining testament to Alvaro’s pioneering spirit and enduring belief in the potential of Spain's native grape varieties.

https://alvaropalacios.com

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