2022 Alvaro Palacios "Camins del Priorat", Priorat, SpainABOUT THIS WINE A combination of estate and sourced grapes go into this blend of 40% Ganarcha, 30% Samso(Carignan), 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Syrah. The grapes are de stemmed and softly crushed. 30 day maceration. Fermentation is in stainless steel, cement and large open top wooden vats. Remontages and punching down. 4 6 months in used barrels and wooden vats. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Recently named the 2015 "Man of the Year" by Decanter Magazine,

resulting in wines with good balance and acidity

Known for his commitment to organic and biodynamic farming

releasing its second wine

The quality of wines from a major appellation

As with Lafon

Mick is an Aussie currently working as lead winemaker at Mulderbosch during the day

In addition to its Grand vin Château Teyssier

Casato "Prime Donne

Periodically sheep are allowed to roam the vines helping to control underbrush

Over the past few years

resulting in a supple texture and refreshing structure

Blend of black fruits and spices