Descendientes de J. Palacios 'Petalos', Bierzo, Spain 2021 Case (6x750ml) IGP Collines Rhodaniennes Barolo chinato and Marsala

Barolo chinato and Marsala

Impressive polish and poise on the palate

complemented by a touch of minerality and a hint of lemon

Plenty of violets and dark berries on offer here

which will take some time to soften

Descendientes de J. Palacios 'Petalos', Bierzo, Spain 2021 Case (6x750ml) IGP Collines Rhodaniennes Barolo chinato and MarsalaThe barrel sample of the 2021 Ptalos was lower in alcohol than ever (13. 5%), and the wine felt a bit reductive and needed time in the glass to open up. That's not a bad sign in my book, and the wine was lighter, a little narrower (a bit the style of the year), with finesse and freshness (despite not having high acidity, but it's the balance that makes it fresher), elegant and juicy, with very fine, chalky tannins. 2021 saw a good crop and, except for