Region · Galicia, Spain
Rías Baixas
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Granite, rain, and Albariño
Galicia's Atlantic appellation. Albariño from trellised vines over granite, often a few kilometres from the sea.
- citrus
- white peach
- saline
- blossom
- apple
Subzones matter: Val do Salnés is the saline classic; O Rosal and Condado do Tea are a touch warmer. Most wine is young and stainless. Lees-aged and old-vine bottles repay a wider glass.
This is shellfish country. Drink accordingly.
Oysters, clams, percebes, and grilled octopus.
At the table
Service
45–50 °F (7–10 °C).
