Maison Valette, 'El Pourtant' Viré-Clessé NV Spain this is a bottling that

this is a bottling that reveals itself more slowly

crunchy apple and a lovely fleshy texture

it’s shed all its baby fat and is drinking right at its peak

with herbs and spice woven throughout

Place: Tuscany

Maison Valette, 'El Pourtant' Viré-Clessé NV Spain this is a bottling thatPlace: Burgundy, France Grape: Chardonnay Vibe: Natural, buttery As per the new Valette way, this is a blend of vintages: 18, 20, 22 and 23. The aim here is to keep things stylistically aligned despite vintages not playing fair, and mission accomplished. This might be the most bombastic of the range. Buttery and almost bruised fruit, with that signature nutty, saline thing going on too. Tense and textured in equal measure. A wine this compelling