Descendientes de J. Palacios, Bierzo (Castilla y León, Spain) La Faraona 2005

($160, The Rare Wine Company): La Faraona is a single vineyard of just over one acre, and the highest in the village of Corullón.  Minerals and a core of ripe sweet ripe balance the firm tannins that give it a clear ‘mountain’ character.  Yet the underlying opulence and silkiness of the wine comes through. 95 Michael Apstein Aug 28, 2007