Deep ruby colored with slight staining and a high viscosity (15% ABV). The nose has medium (-) intensity aromas of black cherry, black raspberry, black licorice, grape bubble gum (!), coffee, vanilla, baking spice, blueberry compote and mint. The palate is dry with medium acidity, a full body and medium (+) tannins. The fruit quality is very good and I get layers of dark red fruit intertwined with oak nuance. Thankfully the bubble gum is nowhere to be found, an interesting note on the nose tho. The texture of the tannins is sublime- slightly grippy yet silky making for a delightful mouthfeel that lasts medium length. A well-balanced blend of Garnacha and Carignena that gets 92 points from me. I paid $18 for this beaut and give it 5 stars. My pairing is rack of Lamb. Drink till 2030, Salut….
Black Slate Gratallops 2021, Priorat DOCa, Spain
14 Wednesday Aug 2024
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