Oniric Blanc’

Xarel lo, Penedes, Spain

‘Oniric’ is a word in Catalan to describe a ‘dreamer’, it’s like it was made for you wee snow angels! Winemakers Maria Barrena and partner Pep began their project in 2012 by taking over some old vineyards, as they gained experience they became more exploratory. From 80-year-old, organically tended vines close to the Mediterranean, this xarel lo sings in winged & wonderful tunes. Trip to the flower market, oscillating minerality, six months on lees kinda generous texture, green stone fruit, green almond tackiness, herbs tied to straw & salt to linger at the closing door of each sip.