Val do Salnés, Rías Baixas, Galicia, SpainAn attractive, fragrant nose of white orchard blossoms, juicy apricot, honeyed nectarine, nougat, and soft lees, this almost tastes like this was aged in barrel given the rounded, lifted fruit and rich, creamy texture, but interestingly this is largely stainless steel, with 15% acacia barrels. Clearly, it works for this fruit, and I love the combination of the vivid fruit, pronounced complexity, and undercurrent of salinity. I'm not sure if there's a market for $60 albariño, but there's no question this is fantastic. Sourced from the winery’s estate in the Val do Salnés, the vines average 40 years old, rooted in granitic soils.Tasted: 03 November 2024Tasted by: Prices:
QC
$62.00
750ml
SAQ
AB
$70.00
750ml
Private liquor stores
Producer: Marqués de MurrietaGrape: AlbariñoUPC: 8411509148100
Val do Salnés, Rías Baixas, Galicia, SpainFrom the Salnés Valley, the heart of Rías Baixas, this ambitious albariño showcases the region’s serious side. It opens with fragrant florals from both the variety and 7 months of aging in 15% acacia wood barrels, complemented by orange peel, nectarine, subtle toasted nuts, spices, and savoury herbs like thyme and tarragon. On the palate, lees add a creamy mid-palate and a lingering finish, while a pithy note provides textural depth. At 13.5%, it’s a fuller, more structured albariño, but maintains its precision and focus. Four years in, the concentrated fruit, brisk acidity, and tight structure ensure it has plenty of aging potential.Tasted: 03 November 2024Tasted by: Prices:
QC
$62.00
750ml
SAQ
AB
$70.00
750ml
Private liquor stores
Producer: Marqués de MurrietaGrape: AlbariñoUPC: 8411509148100
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