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EO Albarino 2017

EO Albarino 2017

B$19.00

Appellation: D.O. Rias Baixas (Galicia, Spain). Sub-zone: Val do Salnés.

Wine type: Dry white.

Grape variety: 100% Albariño.

 

Alcohol content: 12,50% Vol. Total acidity: 6,80 g/l.

 

THE VINEYARDS

 

Traditional trellised vines. Parcels > 30 years old. Granitic sandy-clay soils.

 

THE WINEMAKING

 

Grape hand-picking in 20 kg perforated boxes.

Manual triage at the cellar.

Cold-settling.

Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks with temperature monitoring

 

Maturing in tank on lees for six months.

 

THE WINE

 

Appearance: Pale straw colour with hints of green, clean and brilliant. Nose: Intense and fine aromas, ripe white fruits (apple, pineapple), well enclosed by fresh floral notes (acacia) and delicate balsamic flavours. A harmonious combination which defines well the character of the Albariño variety.

Palate: Dry, fresh and with a vivid and lively acidity. Well-balanced, with some smooth features in mouth and an ample finish.

 

SERVING

 

Serve 8-10 C (46-50 F).

 

SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS

 

Wonderful companion for single dishes of white fish, lobster and any seafood.