L' Ermita 2007 Alvaro Palacios

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (96)

The grapes for the flagship 2007 L’Ermita come from a steep, 70-year-old vineyard that is 100% Garnacha with the wine aged for 12-15 months in 100% new French oak. Dark ruby-colored, it gives up an aromatic array of pain grille, pencil lead, truffle, incense, lavender, black cherry, and blackberry. Velvety-textured, elegant, and intensely flavored, it has enough structure to merit 5-6 years of additional cellaring. This lengthy, complex offering will be at its best from 2015 to 2027.

Winespectator (91)

This supple red shows berry, cherry, spice and light tobacco notes that are silky and bright, with just enough tannins for grip. Ethereal, graceful and harmonious.

BOW (8)