2019 Álvaro Palacios Finca Dofi

• Winery:  Álvaro Palacios                                                

• Region:  Catalonia - DOQ Priorat

• Vintage: 2019               

• Bottle: 75cl.

• Grape Varieties:  87% Grenache, 12% Carignan (Samsó) and 1%  of white varieties, White Grenache and Macabeo

• Content-type:  Red, oak aged

• Alcohol Volume: 14.50%

• Serving Temperature:  16º-18º. Decant prior to serving.

Production: Sourced from 14 -34 year old vines from selected low-yielding vineyards.  Aged for 20 months in French oak Foudres and Bocois. Bottled without clarification, cold stabilization or filtration in order to preserve intact the wines natural characteristics. Production of 28500 bottles,

The Finca Dofí vineyards are located in the heart of the Priorat, 10 hectares of vineyards situated on terraced land facing Northeast/Southeast and East on licorella soil in the village of Gratallops at an altitude between 250 and 300 meters above sea level. Finca Dofí is Álvaro Palacio´s 2nd wine. This exceptional wine is a reflection of its wine maker passion and of the great terroir where it is produced.

Tasting Notes: Open in the nose with a complex bouquet, good concentration of ripe cherry fruit, mineral, pomegranate skin and  licorice. Well structured and elegant, fresh and juicy entry on the palate. Displays flavours of dark berries and spices. Fine tannins and a persistent mineral finish.

Notes:  Will continue to evolve over the next 3 - 4 years, and have a 10 - 13 years lifespan.

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Situated in the North-East of Spain, between Rioja and Bordeaux, lies the stunning Propiedad de Arinzano, a protected area rich in natural habitat. The Senorio de Arinzano estate has been recognized for the excellence of its vineyards since the 11th century, when the noble Sancho Fortunones de Arinzano first produced wines on the property.

Today, the magnificent estate, designed by renowned Spanish architect Rafael Moneo, provides the inspiration for a new brand identity for the Arinzano Estate. It stands out based on the uniqueness of the terroir, its history, art and environment, and the exceptional potential to give life to wines that would be a reference of the highest quality and singular character. The most advanced and careful techniques are used to guarantee an artisanal treatment through the whole winemaking process, and we pursue a viticulture that not only respects, but actually favors the natural environment.

As a result, Arinzano is one of the few estates in all of Spain to be recognized with Pago status, and the first Pago in the North of Spain.

Tasting Notes

Deep, garnet color. Intense aromas of black fruits. Predominantly mineral and dark red fruit notes –wood, China ink-, Stone and smoke hints. Ample power, pleasant and velvety in the mouth. Tasty and dense evolution. Very long persistence.

Food Paring: Pairs well with earthy red meats like fillet and lamb chops.

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Expressive, black fruit and spicy notes

Black fruits, spice, full bodied, soft tannins

Tofu / Mushroom Risotto

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Its fine bubbles are combined with a nose of peaches, ripe pears, flowers and nuances of tropical fruits. In the mouth, you’ll taste a wine that is creamy yet sweet with a long finish, making it really easy to drink.Freixenet ICE is Medium Dry. For perfect enjoyment, serve it in a large glass over ice or try mixing it with your choice of extra flavours to enhance its intensity.

The Marques De Riscal Sauvignon Blanc from the high plateau of Rueda, this is one of Spain’s most celebrated Sauvignon Blanc’s and a perfect example of a crisp, modern Sauvignon. This is a versatile white wine that goes extremely well with a range of fish based dishes as well as pasta and chicken.

Grape :Sauvignon Blanc

Country :Spain

Food Match: Pizza, Red Meat

Bottle Size: 75 cl

Alcohol by Volume12.5%

Region: Rueda 

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And do not worry if you are unfamiliar. “You will not have to attend tasting events to enjoy the blue wine, since its taste makes it so easy to appreciate,” say the makers. The wine is produced from Spanish grape varieties and then gets its deep electric color by the addition of anthyocyacin, a natural pigment extracted from the grape peel and the bacon, a natural pigment derived from the egg plant. The builders behind the new drink are six Spaniards. Everything has to do with modernity. “Gik’s consumption is not just about drinking blue wine,” says the ad.

“Drink innovation, break the rules and create yours. Re-invent the Traditions”.

Food Suggestion: Sushi, starters with smoked salmon / caviar / brioche, pasta with white creamy sauces, spicy cuisine with chili or curry (Mexican, Indian), Chinese and Asian cuisine in general.

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