November Online Part II
Online-Only Auction, 22 - 29 November 2021
Wine: Italy and Spain
About this Item
Alvaro Palacios is considered an important figure in the modern era of Spanish wine. Alvaro’s family comes from Rioja, but after studying winemaking abroad in Bordeaux, he returned, eager to work with the vineyards of Priorat. He acquired an iconic vineyard in 1993 which he named L’Ermita from which he produces critically acclaimed wines.
Provenance
Private Client
Critics Ratings
‘Tasting L'Ermita is always an emotional moment, as it's one of the great reds from Spain. The 2015 L'Ermita is 91% Garnacha, 8% Cariñena and 1% split between Garnacha Blanca, Macabeo and PX from the most famous single vineyard in Priorat. It fermented in oak foudre with indigenous yeasts and also had its élevage in foudre, which lasted for 15 months. The juicy freshness of this 2015, citric and vibrant, makes it very different from the rest of the portfolio. This is transparent, precise, like laser cut, chiseled, subtle and elegant, showing very open and expressive, with great freshness and the core of Mediterranean flavors.’ - Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate, 97/100 (Apr 2018)
