2022 Rioja Blanco, Finca Allende Bestsellers the family matriarch and “first

the family matriarch and “first lady of Australian wine

chalky texture

mineral freshness

has matured into a wine of exquisite balance: English restraint wrapped in Champagne-level sophistication

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2022 Rioja Blanco, Finca Allende Bestsellers the family matriarch and “firstGolden Curve Finca Allendes 2022 Rioja Blanco is white Rioja with real intent: rich, textured and quietly Burgundian, but still unmistakably Spanish. Viura forms the core, with a little Malvasa adding perfume and lift. Expect grapefruit, lemon peel, peach, greengage and dried flowers, layered with honey, walnut, spice, vanilla and a gentle balsamic note. On the palate, it is full flavoured and creamy, but not heavy. The oak gives breadth and polish,