“The Clos I Terrasses Laurel cuvée is essentially the second wine of Clos Erasmus… one of the finest values in the DO of Priorat.” – Wine Advocate

Guess who always ranks first place when you search for Priorat and sort by score?

Yep, Clos Erasmus. 100-point reviews galore. Which is why it averages over $300 a bottle. It is, after all, one of the OGs of Priorat, the hottest of all Spanish wine terroirs.

But few know of their super second, Laurel. A handful of cases land in the US every vintage, the insiders clean them out before the trade gets a shot at it.

Not this vintage! We beat many to this rare jewel AT THIS BEST ANYWHERE PRICE!

This is a gorgeous wine in the glass. It has a deep ruby color and aromas of blackberries, coffee beans, and layered spice. On the palate, this wine is full of luxurious tannins and a firm structure. Enjoy flavors of red plums, smoked applewood, cocoa, and subtle anise. While without a doubt it’s an absolute treat now, it will mature beautifully for 10+ years. We savored the last few drops of our precious sample with medium rare balsamic marinated hanger steak, roasted broccolini, and dried cherry, walnut, and cumin couscous. Keyword = savored. Every. Single. Sip.

Vinous echoes what awaits you in a bottle of this gem “in a broader-shouldered style than its Clos Erasmus sibling; Laurel ages well but offers plenty of immediate appeal as well. In the context of high-end Priorats there’s remarkable value here.”

Clos Erasmus’ sibling under $50?! Not much made, imported, or remained. While it lasts!

95+ Points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

“The 2019 Laurel is quite closed and shows serious and shy. It’s made with all the grapes that are not used for Clos Erasmus - young vines, the remaining Cabernet Sauvignon (no more than 5%), mostly Garnacha and some 15% Syrah. The wine matured mostly in 2,000-liter oak vats, concrete and some barrels (she’s abandoning the tinaja). It’s 15% alcohol but has very good freshness. The wine is round and powerful but very harmonious and with good freshness. It’s medium to full-bodied and nicely textured, with abundant, glossy tannins and fantastic balance. This is both powerful and elegant. It slowly opens up in the glass to ripe berries, spice and herbs and a touch of smoke. It was bottled in May 2021. Drink 2024-2034.”