Domaine Pignier traces to 13th-century Carthusian monks
but the structure that defines this estate is still very much present
In the world of Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc)
making this 2019 only the second release
so a single-vineyard Malvasia like this borders on unicorn territory
Chateau Potensac, Medoc, 2005 David Bowler 2024 Austria_Germany Domaine Pignier traces to 13th-centuryChteau Potensac, located on a cool plateau in the Mdoc and owned by the Delon family (also known for Leoville Las Cases and Chteau Nenin), represents excellent value in mature Bordeaux. The 2005 is one of the finest Potensac vintages: 41% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Cabernet Franc at 13. 5% alcohol. Now 18+ years into its development, this wine shows garnet color, blackberry and raspberry aromas, and the muscular power for which the vintage is