2019 Flor de Muga Blanco

 First time trying this wine. Very interesting blend of Viura, Garnacha Blanca and Maturana Blanca. Fermented in French oak and aged in concrete eggs. 

Early stages of pleasing drinkability. Has solid potential for aging another handful of years. The oak is deftly integrated so that there a hint of spice and vanilla from the wood, but the star of the show is the complexity of flavors in the blend. Drink on the cooler side now for maximum enjoyment. 
Paired with sliced smoked salmon and capers. I love viura based wines. One of my favorite white varietals. 

Cru Tasting 28 Nov 2022

 Hosted by George Erdle and Pete Pappas

Whites
2018 Domaine des Baumard Savennieres
2020 Hartford Court RRV Chardonnay
2020 Beringer Private Reserve (Napa) Chardonnay (favorite)
2019 Gary Farrell (Russian River) Chardonnay

CdP flight 
2019 Le Vieux Donjon CdP
2019 Domaine de Piaugier Gigondas                  
2018 Reserve des Oliviers  CdP
2019 Saint-Galet CdP
2019 Chateau Beaucastel CdP (favorite)
2012 Bosquet des Papes CdP

Bordeaux flight
2005 Château Gruaud Larose (St. Julien)
2005 Grand Puy Lacoste (Pauillac)
2005 Château Lynch Bages (Pauillac)
2009 Château Canon (Saint Emilion)
2009 Château Pontet-Canet (Pauillac) (favorite)
2010 Château Pichon Longueville Lelande (Pauillac)