2022 | Rafael Palacios 'As Sortes Val do Bibei' Godello | Valdeorras Nero d'Avola Andrea Cortonesi derived amazing harmony

Andrea Cortonesi derived amazing harmony from the 2020 vintage

untoasted oak barrels (a fine-grained Caucasian wood that allows for excellent balance between fruit and oak) for nine months

it has an ageing potential of up to five years

high yet integrated acidity

Dolcetto is purple-colored with pronounced vinous to fruity aromas of red fruits

2022 | Rafael Palacios 'As Sortes Val do Bibei' Godello | Valdeorras Nero d'Avola Andrea Cortonesi derived amazing harmonyThe 2022 As Sortes feels very young and a little raw and undeveloped, with great freshness. Despite being a very warm summer, they had rain (20+ liters) that was absorbed by the grapes, which made a delicate wine, much fresher than expected. Of course, the high altitude of the vines and the late ripeness and harvest here also have to do with the fresh character of the wine, which transcends the character of the year. I'd wait a little to pull the