Adega AlgueiraPizarra Ribeira Sacra 2021

Product code: 23053
£39.00 inc VAT
Spain
Red Wine from
Galicia, Spain
Country
Country: Spain
Region
Region: Galicia
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Ribeira Sacra
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Adega Algueira
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Caiño Blanco, Mencia, Brancellao
Grape: Predominantly Mencia with Brancellao, Caíño Blanco
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Country
Country: Spain
Region
Region: Galicia
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Ribeira Sacra
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Adega Algueira
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Caiño Blanco, Mencia, Brancellao
Grape: Predominantly Mencia with Brancellao, Caíño Blanco

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

In the glass, it exhibits an intense cherry red colour, medium-high opacity, with a very intense aroma. It showcases the complexity of interesting red fruits, the balsamic notes of the terroir (green coffee and chocolates), and the minerality that defines the wine. The palate entry is vibrant, with an intense and structured pace, featuring crisp, complex, and warm tannins. It offers a long finish and a retronasal experience that evokes the plot's mineral character and its handcrafted elaboration.

Product Notes

Adega Algueira Pizarra Ribeira Sacra is a remarkable and compelling Spanish red wine from the Ribeira Sacra region. Crafted from the indigenous Mencia grape, it boasts a tantalising balance of fruitiness and minerality. The nose captivates with a powerful bouquet of wild berries and subtle smoky notes. On the palate, this vino impresses with intense cherry and plum flavours that meld seamlessly with underlying earthy tones. The finish is complex and long-lasting. This wine emanates a sense of place, revealing in its taste the slate soils and steep terraces of its Galician vineyards. An utter delight for seasoned wine connoisseurs.

About the Winery

Adega Algueira

Adega Algueira Winery is a home-grown paradise for wine connoisseurs, nestled in the lap of Spain's Ribeira Sacra wine region. Renowned for its remarkable range of wines, this winery exhibits an enchanting amalgamation of traditional Spanish culture, with its innovative wine producing techniques.

The winery, sitting proudly on the steep terraces of River Sil, commands breathtaking views of surrounding hills and the verdant river valley. The scenic setting is perfectly complemented by the warm Spanish sun, ideal for ripening grapes, and the humid Atlantic breezes, which maintain a perfect balance for producing aromatic, high-quality wines.

Having more than 20 varieties of grapes, Adega Algueira believes in the theory of terroir. Every variety of wine here attributes its unique taste to the specific geographical features of where it is grown. Inquisitive visitors, have the opportunity to learn about delicate winemaking procedures, the history of terraced winegrowing, and the philosophy of biodynamic farming practised at Adega Algueira. The skilled professionals meticulously guide each tour, making the winery a must-visit for every wine enthusiast.

Another distinguishing factor is the use of traditional Galician techniques in wine-making. They have chestnut barrels for ageing their vintages, a practice seldom seen in wineries nowadays. It's impressive to note that their commitment to traditional practices does not deter them from aiming for quality and refinement. On contrary, it accentuates their love for heritage and authenticity.

Adega Algueira's cellars are not just storage areas for wine, but are constructed following ancient principles, built of minute grains of quartz that absorbs unfavourable energies, ensuring that the wine ages in a perfect environment.

The winery's passion for excellence and dedication is reflected clearly in its assorted range of wines; whether it's their aromatic, crisp whites or their bold, spicy reds, Adegue Algueira has a bottle for every palate. Step into this rustic haven and indulge in the most authentic flavours of Spain. You'll walk away cherishing the memory of complex, sophisticated wines paired with serene Spanish landscape.

http://www.adegaalgueira.com

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