| Producer | Bouza Do Rei |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Rias Baixas |
| Varietal | Albarino |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Sku | 04630 |
| Size | 750ml |
| ABV | 12.50% |
Lower ABV This is classic Albarino from the seaside region of Ribadumía in the heart of the Salnés valley, bounded on two sides by cold Atlantic Ocean water flowing inland through the estuaries – or “Rias” - of Arousa and Pontevedra. The five families that created the winery all farm their fruit on sandy, granite-laced, soils in the traditional way. The vines grow up granite posts (hewed from local rock) and spread out over the wood and metal beams that make up the pergola. The grapes hang down underneath the canopy, letting the fresh sea breezes keep them healthy and free of disease. Hand harvesting, gentle crushing, and fermentation in cool stainless steel gets the fruit to bottle with minimal muss or fuss.
The wine opens with assertive scents of ripe stone fruit, key lime, tangerine and a hint of passionfruit. On the palate there’s fine amplitude and volume to the generous green and orange citrus, stone fruit and passionfruit flavors with plenty of energy and a good dollop of Rias Baixas saltiness from the soils, lees contact, and nearby sea. Really pops nicely on the crisp, dry, finish where tangy fruit and lime zest flavors are propelled by more sea breeze saltiness. A delicious and refreshing solo sipper, you’ll also love how this complements fresh shellfish and seafood served simply or with a pop of salsa or lime.
For You If: You love Albarino – this is a really good one; you’re looking for something with more fruit and complexity than Pinot Grigio but not quite as much overt citrus as Sauvignon Blanc.
Not For You If: You want something really full and fleshy – this is explosively flavorful but also light and crisp; you’re after a touch of oaky spice – all steel winemaking here.
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