Domaine Dubost Morgon ‘La Ballofière’ 2023 puente-alto Banks Road Pinot Grigio is

Banks Road Pinot Grigio is a pale yellow hued wine lined with light green tinges

acidity and wood

This year's blend is Merlot (80%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (20%)

The blend also takes in a splash of Godello and Garnacha Tintorera (Alicante Bouschet)—a legacy of the traditional make-up of Bierzo’s vineyards

sourced from the Monterrei vineyards of José Luis Mateo’s close friend (and now collaborator) Juan José Vilela

Domaine Dubost Morgon ‘La Ballofière’ 2023 puente-alto Banks Road Pinot Grigio isMorgon La Ballofire: Ballofire is a high altitude parcel for Morgon, situated at 350 370 meters with a west to south exposure and consisting of poor, schistous soil with a small amount of sand. Following a semi carbonic maceration, Dubost incorporates 15% used demi muids into the elevage here, with the balance done in tank. The pulpy, gently tannic palate offers darkly spiced fruit and a firm sense of minerality.