Roberto Henriquez Pais Franco 2021 (750ml) Barbera

Roberto Henriquez Pais Franco 2021 (750ml) BarberaThese ancient, own rooted Pas vines are 800 meters from the Bo Bo river in a dry river bed that used to hold the river. The soil is especially unique with an alluvial top layer over black, sandy (basaltic) soils. This is Pas Francoas in pi francomeaning the vine is ungrafted like most of Henriquezs vines, but the name also draws attention to how this cuve is one of the most honest, pure and frank versions of the variety available.

crushed oyster shells

a beautiful complexity with notes of red fruit

the grapes undergo a gentle

with flavors of lemon and kiwi in the glass

sexy wines in the vintage

making him the eighth generation to make wine in his family

Lise and Bertrand have farmed their 11 hectares in Montlouis sur Loire et Touraine since 2003 with the same philosophy: "Whether alone or as a table companion

berries and cherries

Opaque and dark purple-red in appearance

ripe dark cherries and violets

the bouquet is fruity

Aging partially in oak barrels lends additional roundness and complexity to this exceptional example of Aligoté