New Wine Alert at Mora's: Alvaro Palacios Terrasses Priorat and Château Montus Madiran!

EAST SETAUKET, N.Y. - Jan. 23, 2026 - PRLog -- Mora's Fine Wine & Spirits is always excited to bring in wines that feel purposeful rather than trendy. When a bottle arrives with a clear sense of place, thoughtful craftsmanship, and real personality, it earns its spot on the shelves. Two such wines have recently joined the selection: Alvaro Palacios Terrasses Priorat from Spain and Château Montus Madiran from Southwest France.

Although these wines come from very different regions, they share an important common thread. Each reflects a winemaker deeply connected to their land, working with varieties that thrive under challenging conditions. Together, they offer a compelling contrast in style, structure, and expression — while remaining equally rewarding at the table.

Alvaro Palacios Terrasses Priorat: Precision, Energy, and Place

Few names loom as large in modern Spanish wine as Alvaro Palacios. Long before Priorat became a globally recognized appellation, Palacios saw it's potential. Instead of taming the region's rugged landscape, he chose to work with it, allowing the steep slopes and unforgiving soils to shape his wines naturally.

Château Montus Madiran: Structure, Depth, and Quiet Power

In contrast to Priorat's sunbaked slate, Madiran lies in the rolling foothills of Southwest France, shaped by Atlantic influence and Pyrenean breezes. Here, Tannat reigns supreme — a grape known for formidable tannins and long aging potential. At Château Montus, that power is harnessed with intention rather than force.

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