Alvaro Palacios - Finca Dofí 2022 (750ml) Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chalumeaux

Alvaro Palacios - Finca Dofí 2022 (750ml) Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chalumeaux95 97 Poilnts, Luis Gutirrez, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2022 Finca Dof was produced with 88% Garnacha, 9% Cariena, 2% Picapoll and 1% white grapes from a 12. 5 hectare slope planted 18 to 38 years ago. It fermented with part of full clusters in oak vats with indigenous yeasts and had a maceration of 32 days. It matured in oval oak foudres and large French oak barrels for a period of 14 months. It has 14. 4% alcohol and a pH of 3. 46 and 4. 8

it just feels a little constricted

ginger and green papaya

elegance and age

The dusty tannins reach the front teeth

Wonderfully aromatic with a refreshing acidity and fresh fruit flavors

is an undiscovered region

which makes sense as he learned his trade in Burgundy

bacon wrapped figs and intriguing tannins extended out over an intricate and balanced finish

this Pinot Noir promises to evolve beautifully for years

” and adds

the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley includes 5% Petit Verdot

The Stone Crib name is derived from the iconic stone house on the vineyard which is visible when driving through Napa Valley