FFW 2021 Wine Catalogue

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MEET THE GROWER Alvaro Palacios PRIORAT

Alvaro was born in Rioja but wanted to make his way in the hilly region of Priorat, where he founded his eponymous Bodega in 1989, having spent time working at Château Petrus. His aimwas (and remains) tomake intense, expressive and exciting wines from low-yielding vines. His top wine, L’Ermita, which is 100%Garnacha, has become incredibly sought after, along with the glorious Finca Dofiwhich is 80%Garnacha, with 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Carinena. He makes wine also in Rioja and Bierzo, where the Mencia grape sings.

WA96+ POINTS

FINCADOFI ALVARO PALACIOS 2018 DRINK2022 - 2035

France

3x75 £135 1x150 £102 1x300 £222

Portugal

Prioriat DOC

Spain

This has a beguiling aroma of a savoury and rich tomato-based stew - this has a dense bouquet. On the palate its tight savoury dark fruit combines with a very bright and lifted character energising this intense wine. The alcohol is not noticeable, excellent balance and a long finish. The vines only produced 14.37 hl / ha! 90%Garnacha, 8%Carinena, 2%Macabeo (white) and Garnacha Blanca.

PRIORAT

CLASSIC GRAPE VARIETALS Garnacha, Carinena, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.

FAVOURITE PRODUCERS

Alvaro Palacios, Clos Mogador, Clos Erasmus and Mas Martinet.

AREA UNDER VINE 1,800ha

SOIL TYPE llicorella (red-black slate with mica particles)

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