Barranco Oscuro Blancas Nobles

The unclear liquid gives away that this is a natural wine, the nose has animal notes but soon clears and turns attractive albeit the funkiness comes occasionally back when one swirls the wine in the glass, the palate is surprisingly clean and clear cut fruity, a natural wine which is more classical than funky. A recommended experience.

A blend of Vigiriega (45%), Sauvignon Blanc (40%), Riesling (10%) and Albariño (5%). 12,5% alcohol. Rather cloudy and moderately opaque yellow-green color. Sweet, wild and rather volatile nose with aromas of wizened yellow pit fruits, some waxy funk, a little bit of apple jam, light passion fruit tones, a lifted hint of nail polish and a touch of apple peel. The wine is full-bodied, dry yet rather ripe and sweet-toned with lively flavors of waxy funk, cider apples, some juicy …