Clos Mogador 2021 / Priorat

Ruth Banks — Keeps getting better in the glass

8/10

Opened this on a Friday night and almost put it aside after the first sip because it seemed a bit tight. Came back to it an hour later and it had completely opened up — gorgeous dark berries and dried herbs with a long, clean finish. Give it time and air, it rewards patience. Would buy again if my wallet allows it.

Alex Ramos — The real deal from Priorat

8/10

Wine shop guy recommended this when I said I wanted something serious for a dinner party. Glad I listened. Poured it with a slow-cooked lamb shoulder and it was a perfect match — savoury herbs, dark fruit, firm tannins that softened up nicely with food. Everyone at the table commented on it.

Daniel Torres — Great wine, hard to justify the price

7/10

Had this at a restaurant in Barcelona last year and loved it so much I tracked down a bottle back home. It's properly good — big and structured with loads of dark berry and spice, and something almost stony underneath. But £78 is steep and I think you can find Priorat that gets you 80% of the way there for half the price.