ÁLVARO PALACIOS
L'ERMITA GRAN VINO TINTO 2018
PRIORAT DOCA • SPAIN • VIÑEDO SINGULAR IN GRATALLOPS
"The undisputed myth of Iberian viticulture. A purely dry, spiritual, and ethereal wine, where old-vine Garnacha interprets the depth of the licorella with moving, immortal finesse."
The Sacred Slope and the Poetry of Pure Licorella
The L'Ermita 2018 Red Wine is crafted by Álvaro Palacios in the vineyard of the same name, L'Ermita: a singular vineyard with steep slopes and old vines in Gratallops, DOCa Priorat. It is a dry wine, with a base primarily of Garnacha (nearly 85%) co-fermented with traces of Cariñena and white grapes from the same vineyard, aged for 16 months in French oak barrels. Purchase it exclusively with insured shipping at LaCava.shop.
1. Technical Details
Producer / Winery: Álvaro Palacios.
Region of Origin: DOCa Priorat (Gratallops, Tarragona), Spain.
Official Classification: Viñedo Singular (L'Ermita, Paleozoic licorella soil).
Vintage: 2018.
Grape Varieties: Primarily Garnacha, with Cariñena (Samsó) and a small percentage of white grapes (Garnacha Blanca, Macabeo).
Sweetness Classification: Dry.
Aging: 16 months in selected French oak barrels.
Alcohol Content: 14.5% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 15°C - 17°C.
SKU / MPN: ES-ERMITA-2018-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Medium-depth ruby red, brilliant, clean, and luminous.
Nose: Red rose petals, violets, pomegranate, redcurrant, blood orange peel, graphite, chalk, subtle smoke, wild fennel, and incense.
Palate: Ethereal and crystalline, dry, with silk-lace tannins, natural acidity, and a very long, sharp, saline finish.
3. Architecture of the Wine
4. Moments and Recommended Pairings
High-End Gourmet Pairing: Roasted wood pigeon, squab in its own juices, Wagyu tartare with white truffle, rack of lamb, glazed veal sweetbreads, and dishes featuring seasonal mushrooms (porcini, morels).
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: Major anniversaries and generational achievements.
- The Perfect Gift: For elite mentors and collectors.
- Business: Corporate dinners with investors.
- Family Meal: Gala banquets and holiday dinners.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the specific origin of this wine?
It comes from the singular vineyard L'Ermita, in Gratallops, DOCa Priorat, Tarragona, Spain.
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It is strictly dry, with no residual sugars.
What is the aging potential of the 2018 vintage?
Under optimal storage conditions, it can evolve for several decades.
Why is decanting recommended?
It is recommended to decant for 60 to 90 minutes before serving to allow it to oxygenate and unfold its tertiary aromas.