2022 Bodega de Bardos "Viñedos de Altura", Ribera del Duero, SpainABOUT THIS WINE This wine is primarily composed of Tinta Fina (aka Tempranillo), although there are also isolated vines of other varieties such as Albillo Mayor and Garnacha Tinta. Grapes come from "extreme" vineyards in Soria, between the towns of Alcubilla and Villlvaro, a region with a long winemaking tradition. Located at an altitude of over 950 meters, these plots are situated in the upper reaches of the Duero River, very close to Urbin, a peak

Envínate (meaning "wine yourself") is one of Spain’s most compelling modern wine projects

Domaine Billaud-Simon makes a Chablis Villages “Tête d’Or”

then sorted and fermented with native yeasts in small open-top fermenters

he maked his first Barolo from the vineyard Conca

it carries a subtle creaminess supported by bracing acidity and a mineral spine

The vineyards are very old and are mix planted with many different native grape varieties

streamlined experience

Georges spent ten years just renovating the property

from pineapple to golden raisin

minimalist spirit of its monastic roots—eschewing overt fruitiness in favor of poise

allowing the purity of the fruit and the minerality of the terroir to shine through

Its natural black leather handle gives it a soft finish and a comfortable grip for opening bottles