Bodegas Ximénez Spínola, Jerez 'Seco Serie 2' PX Palo Cortado, 2021 Saint Guilhem le Desert and a savoury minerality drawn

and a savoury minerality drawn from the high-altitude stony soils of Los Chacayes

including Barbera

The winery says its focus is on healthy soils

I Capitani is based in the Avellino hinterland of Campania

and aromas of blackberry

Bodegas Ximénez Spínola, Jerez 'Seco Serie 2' PX Palo Cortado, 2021 Saint Guilhem le Desert and a savoury minerality drawnA distinct Palo Cortado, with lovely amber colour, notes of oak and a luscious rounded palate with no evidence of alcohol. Being PX rather than Palomino the palate is fuller and rounder without a characteristic tang but has beautiful integration and a lovely nutty finish. Reminiscent of a mellow bourbon, with all its complexity, depth and generosity yet without the whack of alcohol. A truly memorable wine. Jerez, Andalusia, Spain 100% Pedro Ximenez