Gramercy Cellars L'idiot du Village Mourvèdre 2016 (750ml) Portugal

Gramercy Cellars L'idiot du Village Mourvèdre 2016 (750ml) PortugalBerries and blackness. Dark and deep but still has red fruits. That classic burned pot roast. Screams winter in front of the fireplace. Dark red cherry, plum, blackberry, peach skin. Purple flowers. Iodine, cured meats, and spice. On the palate, its rich and ripe but still fresh. Expansive with full palate length. Extremely long finish lasting minutes.

always with patience and minimalism

Barrel aging provides further complexity with delicate oak and vanilla flavors

and nectarine flavors

Experience a tropical fruit flavor explosion with hints of ripe cherry

melon and gooseberry

complemented by a light note of lime

Light acidity in perfect balance with its body

Very long and persistent finish

I remember standing at the press as the first squeeze from our first lot of Chardonnay in 2019 began to trickle into the pan…and thinking WOW

earth and wild herb notes

then vivid

WE 89 | Wine Enthusiast 89 points