The 1946 Bodegas Toro Albala Don PX Convento Seleccion is a distinctive white wine made from Pedro Ximenez grapes from the Montilla Moriles region of Andalucia, Spain. This particular vintage has an impressive history, as the grapes were sun-dried during the era of the Second World War, and it was only bottled in September 2011. The wine's notable features have earned it a perfect score of 100 from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.
Luis Gutierrez, writing for Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, describes this wine as an "extreme wine" that is "ultra-mega-super concentrated." The wine stands out for its powerful aroma and flavor profile, characterized by an intricate blend of umami, sweet cinnamon, Christmas cake, camphor, petrol, lemongrass, Belgian chocolate, and butter. The complexity and richness are further enhanced by a balance of sweetness and a hint of saltiness, evolving to a black olive note with time.
Gutierrez emphasizes the wine's decadent nature, noting that it combines the texture of the 1962 vintage with the elegance of the 1949 vintage. Only 825 bottles of this vintage were produced, highlighting its exclusivity. Gutierrez suggests that the wine's longevity is remarkable, as it is expected to remain drinkable from 2013 to 2060, which he describes as a "real tour de force sweet wine."
This wine, with its rare and historical pedigree, offers a unique tasting experience that is both rich and complex. Gutierrez even suggests that despite its age and exclusivity, the wine might represent good value. It is a testament to the mastery of Bodegas Toro Albala in crafting a wine that captures both history and exceptional winemaking.
