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Salvajes de Gredos Marino Albillo Real 2023
Vinos de Madrid, Castilla-La Mancha, SpainThe Albillo grape has historical records dating back to the fifteenth century, noted at that time for producing "a clear wine, gentle in taste and colour." It is cultivated in north-central Spain, where it benefits from hot days and cool nights at an elevation of around 600 metres. These temperature variations help Albillo grapes reach ripeness while maintaining acidity, which contributes to wines with aging capacity. Marino Albillo '23 is produced from Albillo Real sourced from a 75 year old vineyard in San MartÃn de Valdeiglesias, in the Gredos Mountains near Madrid. The vines grow in sandy soil over granite with low organic matter content. The vineyard is managed organically (though not certified), without the application of herbicides or insecticides, and all work is done using horses rather than machinery. The approach emphasizes minimal intervention in both the vineyard and winery, and the results are delicious. A ,lively white with grapefruit acidity, fresh lemon, nectarine and dried herbs. If you only hunt down one wine this year in a private wine shop, this should be it.Tasted: 27 June 2025Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $44.99 | 750ml | select private retailers |
Grape: AlbilloUPC: 8437027873034
