Quinta Do Infantado 'Junior' Palhete Douro, 2023 lagunitas as a low alcohol unwinding

as a low alcohol unwinding from a long day whether on the slopes or in the office

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

We would pair it with a sausage and broccoli rabe pizza with some friends

Deep forceful tannins

Quinta Do Infantado 'Junior' Palhete Douro, 2023 lagunitas as a low alcohol unwindingTruly 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