2022 Celler Piñol 'Portal' Blanco, Terra Alta, Catalonia, SpainABOUT THE WINESourced from high elevation vineyards in Terra Alta, the 2022 'Portal' Blanco is a blend of organically farmed Garnacha Blanca and Sauvignon Blanc, grown in limestone rich soils that lend clarity and tension to the wine. The grapes are hand harvested and gently pressed before fermentation in stainless steel, followed by brief aging on lees to enhance texture and mouthfeel. Garnacha Blanca brings stone fruit and weight, while Sauvignon

Bonnard is an inspiring reminder of a passionate farmer producing exceptional wines that simply lend themselves to pleasurable drinking

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successor to his father Pierre DUBERGE

conveying the true spirit of its terroir in the South of France

The cuvee consists of 40% Pinot Meunier

and limestone soils

which is suitable for Chardonnay

14-acre property offers three dramatic soil variations ranging from gravelly loam to a heavier sandy loam

Vines have been cultivated in Alsace for more than 2

handpicked at night

and 10% Molinara

an eminent family originally from the Vendée area