Lagar de Pintos - Albarino Rias Baixas 2023

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This wine is 100% Albariño made from grape vines that are about 40 years old. The vines grow in granite and sandy soils across seven different vineyards on the estate: Palomar, Cachada, Muiño, Ponte Arnelas, Aguieiros, Pontella and Albar.

The vines are grown on a special trellis system called "Emparrado" (like a pergola or overhead canopy). This method was actually invented by the Romans around 1,800 years ago to improve air flow around the grapes, which helps them ripen more evenly and stay dry. The vineyards are located very close to sea level, between 5-25 feet above it.

Each vineyard's grapes are processed separately. After harvesting, the whole grape bunches are gently pressed, and the juice is fermented using natural yeasts found in the environment (not added commercial yeasts). The fermentation happens in stainless steel tanks and large, older oak barrels called "foudres" - this combination helps create more interesting aromas and textures in the wine.

After fermentation, the wine sits with the leftover yeast particles (called "lees") for 8 months, and is stirred weekly - a process called "batonnage" that adds richness and complexity. Finally, the wines from all seven vineyards are blended together before bottling.

"A deft touch of oak accents yellow and green fruits, offering a restrained yet appealing aromatic profile. On the palate, however, the wine's intense acidity dominates, overshadowing other elements. While the structure is undeniably vibrant, it feels unbalanced at this stage, though time will surely help settle its more rambunctious tendencies."-Brandon Borcoman

 

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Producer	Lagar de Pintos
Country	Spain
Region	Galicia
Subregion	Rias Baixas
Varietal	Albarino
Vintage	2023
Sku	23896
Size	750ml