Álvaro Palacios, Moncerbal, Bierzo, Spain, 2015

Alvaro Palacios Moncerbal 2015 is showing beautifully. Heady aromas of red roses and plums lead to a generously plump and fleshy palate.  Dense and powerful at the outset, followed by a delicate grain of tannin.  Very lively, very long.  Of all the Bierzos, at its best today. This wine was a barrel sample tasted at Alvaro Palacios en primeur in London on 17th March 2016.