Ardevol Priorat Comeu 2004

Grenache nose of cherry with a very nice floral component; maybe some strawberry and plum--red fruit. The palate is fine but doesn't have the depth or structure of the best Priorats. I think it probably needs another year or two to come together, though the tannin is very low and i worry the acid will overtake the fruit. As it was Venturied and aired in the glass, the wine developed more robust bouquet with a hint of blackberry. But I still worry about fruit swamped by the high acid without sufficient tannic buffer. So i'm saying 90 points, drink 2010-2013.

Below is Parker, quite a bit more enthusiastic than me (94 points--which must be why I bought 3 bottles). First: Wine Spectator which in this case is much closer to my evaluation @88 points and drink till 2012. I really can't see how Miller can predict this will be drinking well in 2020-2025.

Here's WS first:

Smoke esso notes frame plum and cassis flavors in this oaky red. Shows muscular tannins and soft acidity, with a coffee and mineral finish. Drink now through 2012. 400 cases imported.

Parker (Jay Miller)

The 2004 Coma d’En Romeu is an altogether different species of Priorat. Composed of 65% Carinena, 25%Garnacha, and the balance Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it offers up an alluring aromatic array of crushed stone, earth notes, violets, blueberry, black currant, and plum. Full-bodied, opulent, and layered, it has outstanding depth, concentration, and length. Already complex, it should blossom with another 3-4 years of bottle age. It will be at its best from 2012-2025. It is a great value in Priorat with 400-500 cases available to the USA market .