🏰The 1998 Clos Erasmus from Clos i Terrasses is a 【truly otherworldly】 Priorat masterpiece that "flirts with perfection", earning a near-perfect 100 points from Jeb Dunnuck and 99 points from Robert Parker, and is considered a "winemaking tour de force". This rare wine, with only twelve 228-liter barrels produced, is crafted from 10-27 year old vines grown on unique "licorella soils" (slate and quartz). It underwent biodynamic viticulture and was matured for 18-20 months in barrel. It presents a saturated opaque blue/purple color and dazzling aromas of 【ripe, pure blackberries, violets, blueberries, wet stones, and smoky, toasty oak】. The palate is powerful, with an unctuous texture and super-extracted, rich, concentrated flavors, boasting 【extravagant quantities of fruit, glycerin, extract, tannin, and personality】. It finishes extremely long and complex. 🍴 Chinese Cantonese food pairing various types of suggestion east or west corresponding to wine cost IN ENGLISH This intense Priorat red pairs exceptionally well with roasted meats, game, hearty stews, and strong, aged cheeses. For a luxurious pairing, consider Cantonese braised abalone with mushrooms or roasted suckling pig. 🥂 fit for event suggestion IN ENGLISH A wine with "20-30 years of aging" potential, it's perfect for a milestone celebration, a serious wine tasting, or as a prized addition to a collector's cellar. As a 26-year-old wine, careful inspection of the cork and capsule is advised. Decanting for 2-3 hours will allow this complex wine to fully express its profound character.