This month we present two wines from one of our favorite importers, my friend Jorge Ordoñez of Fine Imports from Spain. Jorge almost single-handedly made Spanish wines popular in this country, and he represents some of the finest labels brought into the USA.
The wines we present are new projects for Jorge - wines that he has developed in concert with some great wine growers and wine makers.
La Cana Albariño is a collaboration between Jorge and the Gil family of Jumilla (Clio, Luzon). The just bottled 2009 reveals the excellence of the vintage in Rias Baixas. Light gold-colored with an unusually fragrant nose of mineral, lemon zest, and spring flowers that jumps from the glass, on the palate it exhibits a creamy texture, vibrant acidity, and a lengthy, refreshing finish.Light gold-colored, it reveals an attractive perfume of pear, lemon-lime, and pineapple. Vibrant on the palate with excellent natural acidity, this racy Albariño will drink well for another three years. It is an excellent value. 90 points, Parker



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