Honoratus 2008 Aurum Crianza White (Rioja)

Country: Spain / Aurum Crianza
Variety: White Blend Northern Spain
Winery: Honoratus / Rioja

This oxidized, woody white displays Sherry aromas of flor and peanut buttter, but little to no fruit. Crisp acidity corrals the palate, while barrel-driven flavors are front and center, and once again, fruit is hard to find. Overall, this is stylistically iconoclastic, but the execution is good. Drink through 2022.