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Bodegas y Vinedos Ponce Manchuela Albilla Seleccion 2023 750ml
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SKU 995416
$45.60/bottle
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The second vintage of the top-of-the-range white is the 2023 Selección Albilla, which showed less impact from the oak than the debut year, as this time the barrels were not new. The blend is slightly different in 2023, 60% Albilla from granite soils and 40% from limestone soils, but it’s produced in a similar way: fermented in 600-liter barrels and 750- and 1,000-liter foudres, where the wine matured for 11 months. It has 13% alcohol, a pH of 3.1 and 6.6 grams of acidity and comes through as fine, pure, crystalline and bone dry. The oak is much better integrated; there are some toasty notes in the background; and there are some faint flavors and a bit of tannin that will welcome some more time in the bottle. 4,200 bottles were produced when it was bottled in August 2024.
Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.
Region
La Mancha
Appellation
Manchuela
WA95pts
Wine Advocate
The second vintage of the top-of-the-range white is the 2023 Selección Albilla, which showed less impact from the oak than the debut year, as this time the barrels were not new. The blend is slightly different in 2023, 60% Albilla from granite soils and 40% from limestone soils, but it's produced in a similar way: fermented in 600-liter barrels and 750- and 1,000-liter foudres, where the wine matured for 11 months. It has 13% alcohol, a pH of 3.1 and 6.6 grams of acidity and comes through as fine, pure, crystalline and bone dry. The oak is much better integrated; there are some toasty notes in the background; and there are some faint flavors and a bit of tannin that will welcome some more time in the bottle. 4,200 bottles were produced when it was bottled in August 2024.
Winery Notes
The wine displays a pale yellow hue, indicative of its freshness and youth. This wine offers a complex aromatic profile, characterized by abundant smoky and toasty notes. These aromas are attributed to oak aging and the influence of lees, distinguishing it from other Ponce whites with its more layered and sophisticated bouquet. On the palate, the wine is both saline and complex, featuring generous notes of citrus and stone fruits. Its remarkable texture provides a rich mouthfeel that enhances the overall tasting experience. The Ponce Albilla Selección is aged for 11 months in foudres, which contributes to its depth and character while maintaining the purity of the fruit. This wine exemplifies Ponce's commitment to biodynamic practices and the expression of terroir, making it a noteworthy choice for those exploring high-quality Spanish whites.
