Sonsierra 2015 Barrel Fermented Viura (Rioja)

Country: Spain / Barrel Fermented
Variety: Viura Northern Spain
Winery: Sonsierra / Rioja

While this smells almost entirely like a barrel, the palate avoids being resiny and instead comes across as fresh and balanced. Oaky flavors are unavoidable, while melony fruit notes on the finish are dosed up with wood spice and a shot of freshening acidity.