Quinta Do Infantado 'Junior' Palhete Douro, 2023 lagunitas The step-son of Georges Descombes

The step-son of Georges Descombes

A benchmark California Chardonnay

While this bottle is not quite as broad shouldered as its cousins in Barolo it will still reward cellaring or a thorough decant

There is also a slight vegetal note on the finish

This wine is 68% Chardonnay and 32% Pinot Noir from Tasmania

Quinta Do Infantado 'Junior' Palhete Douro, 2023 lagunitas The step-son of Georges DescombesTruly a field blend, split 75 25 red and white varietals typical of the region. The history of Douro and the market forces that brought Bordeaux to the Anglophone world through the clairet style give you a look into the near side of western wine history