Valminor Albarino 2024 providence-vineyards combined with the growing conditions

combined with the growing conditions and climate here in Marlborough

interwoven with savoury notes of pear skin

A small parcel was fermented and aged in older French oak to add texture and palate weight

Chocolate tannins stretch into a juicy smokiness along the lengthy finish

In the mouth it is warm

Valminor Albarino 2024 providence-vineyards combined with the growing conditionsNashi pears; a lifted tropical scent, mentholated lime and green mango; the palate is similarly rich with tropical splendour and ripe pear, edged by limey acid and a granitic, gravelly mineral finishing perfume and textural nip. Beautiful balance of the perfumed and the savoury is an outstanding feature.