Olek Bondonio, Vino Rosso 2025 Spain A more fruit forward iteration

A more fruit forward iteration of Xinomavro

pretty florals and herbs

weighty fruit with a strong savouriness thanks to the characteristic chalky soils

A little wild but in the best possible way adding a layer of interest above what is just a gorgeously juicy palate

Pretty damn good too

Olek Bondonio, Vino Rosso 2025 Spain A more fruit forward iterationPlace: Piedmont, Italy Grape: Barbera Vibe: Trattoria Another belting wine leaving this Piedmontese cellar. Olek prefers the lighter style of Barbera you get over in Asti, its sandier soils give us a really bright and juicy version. What a grape btw, plenty of dark and plummy fruit yet without losing its acidity. A truly wonderful wine to have at the table, seemingly pairing with everything and anything you throw at it, its deliciousness unwavering