Blanco El Hierro

Oh wow, now this is a rarity - long gone from Kyiv shelves, so it was a real treat to be poured a glass while visiting friends.

A brilliant wine - bright and expressive, yet with surprising depth and plenty of character. Chamomile tea, petroleum, lemon zest, quince, damp cellar and lemon candy, with a faint touch of smoke weaving through. On the palate it's salty, slightly oxidised and a bit oily. Delicious, distinctive stuff.

This wine is impressively enjoyable, featuring a delightful array of aromas including chamomile tea, petroleum, zest, quince, damp cellar and lemon candy. On the palate, it is salty and slightly fizzy, adding a unique texture to the experience. It is multilayered and sophisticated, showing how time can beautifully evolve a wine, enhancing its complexity and overall deliciousness.