Vall Llach Priorat Embruix 2016

91 points Wine Enthusiast: "Bold blackberry, black cherry and raisin aromas are balanced by ingrained minerality, always a good sign for Priorat. A saturated palate fits the house style for Embruix, while toast, coffee, blackberry and prune flavors finish chocolaty but not that long or complex. At 15.5% abv, you should tread carefully with this. Alcohol 15.5%. (Jul 2019)"

90 points Josh Raynolds (Vinous): "Lurid violet color. Pungent, mineral- and spice-tinged dark berry, licorice and violet scents show very good clarity and pick up a smoky nuance with air. Concentrated yet lively in character, offering juicy blackcurrant, boysenberry flavors and a touch of spicecake. The mineral quality comes back on a long, penetrating finish that's given shape by smooth, slow-building and harmonious tannins. Drink: 2020-2028. (Apr 2019)"

Producer notes: "25% Merlot, 23% Garnacha, 21% Cariñena, 20% Syrah, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon. Sourced from estate vines primarily 15- to 25-years-old, Vall Llach’s Embruix (pronounced Embroosh), means “bewitching” in Catalan and the name, along with the symbol of a full moon on the wine’s label, is testament to the winery’s interest in biodynamic winemaking. Tasting Notes: Deep cherry red in color with a garnet rim, this wine contains soft aromas of black plumbs, cherry liqueur, freshly milled spice (including clove and black pepper), intertwined with earthy mineral notes."