“One of Tenerife's greatest bargains… as good as Domaine Roulot's Bourgogne Blanc.” - Tim Atkin MW, 94 points

If you have been tempted to try a wine from the Canary islands, but were worried it might be a bit “too much”, then give this a try. It’s made from Listan Blanco (better-known as Palomino in mainland Spain) and has just a light touch of volcanic minerality, but not enough to scare the horses. With many of these Atlantic island wines, it feels as if the fruit and the terroir are in a tussle for supremacy and more often than not the terroir wins, whereas here it feels more like a split decision. There is grapefruit and kumquat, but there is salt and broken rocks too. As its volcanic character is quite mild, please be aware that it’s a bit of a gateway drink that could lead to stronger proclivities. 12.5% alc. Drink now-2029. Organic/ biodynamically farmed

Press review:

Tim Atkin: “One of Tenerife's greatest bargains, Artífice is a pure Listán Blanco from nine parcels around La Guancha, all facing north between 300 and 700 metres. Mostly barrel fermented, with a 20% concrete component, this has an enticing struck match top note, flavours of pear and waxed lemons and subtle wood spices. As good as Domaine Roulot's Bourgogne Blanc. Drink now-2030.” 94 points