Bodegas Teso La Monja Alabaster 2013 skus_30213370 blackberry liqueur and a splash

blackberry liqueur and a splash of this over crushed ice

The underlying savory saltiness carries into the finish

To the nose releases sensual notes of red fruit in jam and spices

due to the firmness and vivacity of the tannins

and the most exalted Chardonnay sparkling plot on earth

Bodegas Teso La Monja Alabaster 2013 skus_30213370 blackberry liqueur and a splashProfound balance and terroir expression. Elegant, silky and authentic. The wine matured in new French oak barrels for 18 months with rackings every four months. There is a plus of finesse and harmony here, of concentration and power too, but the price difference with the Victorino is hard to justify. There's some creaminess, even though the oak feels quite nicely integrated, especially considering the barrels are all new, but the juice is so intense