…we admit to have been surprised by the wines of the Weingut Hermann Ludes: Little did we expect such an “unknown” Estate (brought to our attention by one of our readers
chambourcin and a white johanniter
but it shows great potential and will reward a little patience in bottle
licorice and menthol all blossom in a gorgeous Barolo
serious and powerful with plenty of mouth coating sap that helps to buffer the very firm tannic spine on the moderately austere
2022 Bendito Destino Navazal 'Clarete' 750ml Bottle Rob Hall …we admit to have beenThis Clarete hails from a vineyard tended by Secundino, a 92 year old figure of immense local knowledge in Canalejas de Peafiel, whose guidance has been instrumental in preserving traditional viticulture. Made as a tribute to both him and the classic Clarete style of Ribera del Duero, the wine offers a poised interplay of density, power, and elegance. A field blend of Albillo, Tempranillo, Alarije, and Bobal, it completed full malolactic fermentation