Alvaro Palacios, Priorat Gratallops Vintage:2018 There is a background touch

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

And a tiny hint of dried fruit on the end

clean and bone-dry finale

Although he characterized 2004 as more precocious than 2005

This is a big but not really austere BM and should be approachable after only 7 to 8 years if your preference is for younger wines

Alvaro Palacios, Priorat Gratallops Vintage:2018 There is a background touchBlackberry 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.