Limited and original project from the Anton family. Orben's wines are limited and distinct in the range anyway, but this Chocolate is another story in its own right. Sourced from a number of small vineyards totalling 0.8 ha at an altitude of 520 m, located between Laguardia and Villabuena de Alava. Very poor terroir with sandy soils and little water. 3 vintages are always blended into 1 wine.
Vinification
Manual harvesting in 15 kg trays. Bunches are then selected on a selection table. Gentle pressing. Elevage then on 500-litre fouders, 225-litre barrel and cement egg.
Storage potential
Drink as from : 2025
Best moment : 2025-2028
Until : 2029
To serve
In a large Burgundy glass at 12°. May be decanted.
Trial analysis
Golden yellow in colour. In the nose, an orgy of floral notes and white pit fruit, apricot, reine claude and some peach. Small hint of orange. Light toasted notes through the élevage. Very Burgundian in style. Broad and opulent. Lovely acidity and fantastic length. Surprising !
Flavor profile
Wood
None
Aged in wood barrels
Heavily aged in wood barrels
Acidity
Low acidity
Balanced
High acidity
Fruitiness
Low fruitiness
Balanced
High fruitiness
Structure
Elegant
Balanced
Full-bodied