BLACK SLATE GRATALLOPS
CELLER CECILIO D.O.PRIORAT
€15.20
Winemaker Notes
The Black Slate Gratallops comes from a blend of older and younger vine fruit originating from Winemaker August Vincent's vineyards near the village. It showcases both the power, typical of Gratallops, as well as the charmingly elegant and rustic touch of Vicent's winemaking.
The inspiration for Black Slate is a Burgundian concept of village nomenclature, applied to Priorat. Grapes are sourced from vineyards situated close to the village of Escaladei, planted on the famed licorella soils at high altitudes. This is a classic and elegant expression of Priorat, with aromas of black cherries and bramble fruit and a fresh and focused palate.
Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
A blend of 64% Grenache, 27% Carignan and 9% Syrah, the 2019 Black Slate Gratallops Vi De Vila comes from one of the warmer regions in the Priorat. Gorgeous black raspberries, liquid violets, garrigue, chalky minerality, and hints of rose petal all emerge from the glass, and it's medium to full-bodied and beautifully textured, with ultra-fine tannins and a gorgeous finish. With a liquid rock-like minerality that’s something to behold, this gorgeous, elegant wine is going to evolve for 10-12 years with no issues.