ALVARO PALACIOS, Les Terrasses Vieilles Vignes, 12x75cl

🍷 Les Terrasses Vieilles Vignes – Álvaro Palacios
Country: Spain | Region: Priorat
Appellation: DOQ Priorat | Grape Variety: Predominantly Garnacha with Carinyena and small amounts of other local varieties
Style: Still Red Wine | Winemaking: Sourced from old vines on steep slate terraces; fermented with native yeasts and aged in oak for elegance and depth
Farming: Organic principles with biodynamic influence; focused on expressing the rugged Priorat terroir

🌟 A graceful Priorat—vibrant, silky, and steeped in mineral complexity.

👁 In the Glass:
Medium ruby with a glint of garnet—luminous and inviting.

👃 On the Nose:
Fresh and expressive. Aromas of redcurrant, wild strawberry, and cherry mingle with hints of smoke, crushed slate, and dried herbs.

👅 On the Palate:
Supple and poised. Bright red fruit glides over a silky texture, with beautifully balanced acidity and polished tannins. Smoky minerality and a touch of spice add depth, finishing with clarity and freshness.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Perfect with grilled lamb chops, charred vegetables, Catalan sausage, or mushroom paella. A wine that excels with both rustic and refined Mediterranean dishes.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Delicious now for its energy and finesse, but can age gracefully over 6–8 years.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Les Terrasses is a soulful introduction to Álvaro Palacios’ iconic Priorat wines—where mountain fruit, old vines, and mineral soils converge into a red of elegance, purity, and place.