A major player in the region, Garzón has an origin a story worth looking into, and I suspect you’ll agree after a taste of this wine. It was macerated for four to six hours before pressing, and spent 8 months fermenting in tulip shaped cement vats. You might guess that you have a non-malolactic aged Chardonnay in your glass if served blind. A rich texture combined with energetic acidity carries flavors of nut, tart stone fruit, lemon, and pear. It’s quite structured and should age well for several years.
92 Rich Cook
Garzón, Uruguay (South America) Albariño “Single Vineyard” 2023 ($35)
By Rich Cook
