LUIS PEREZ El Muelle de Olaso
Al Drinkle on the 2022 El Muelle de Olaso
"The entry level white, and the veritable epitome of vino de pasto — a resurrected Jerez term translating as “pasture wine”, but in usage referring to something that’s eminently drinkable and a great compliment to food. From the Carrascal and Macharnudo vineyards, 90% of this is fermented in stainless steel and the remaining 10% in a sherry cask with flor. Blended and bottled young, this zesty enterprise is saline and stony, splaying towards a hint of creaminess and controlled opulence, but the salty zing of the albariza gets the final say. If you’re intimidated, just think of this as an inordinately delicious, medium-bodied, multi-purpose white wine from southern Spain!"