Albariño
The Spirit of Atlantic energy
Pazo Cilleiro Albariño
Pazo Cilleiro combines nature, tradition and a spirit of modernity. The wine which represents our own way of understanding the Rías Baixas: a lively personality full of nuances and flavors.
It brings a touch of sophistication to be served alongside cuisine based on fresh produce from the sea.
D.O Rias Baixas 100% Albariño, Alcohol: 13% Vol. / Serve at 9-10ºC
Information
Year
2022
Alcohol
13%
Collection
Rias Baixas Collection
Zone
Rias Baixas - Salnés
Variety
100% Albariño
Size
75 cl
Tasting
Mouth
Very fresh and agile. Rounded with the variety’s typical structure and a tasty, persistent end.
Color
Very lively pale gold, with greenish reflections.
Nose
Very clean and expressive, with citric and white fruit notes. Aromas of small white flowers also appear.
Aftertaste
Complete, refreshing and very agreeable.
Serve at
9-10 ºC
Elaboration
Grape harvest
By hand, in small boxes. This year’s harvest, earlier than usual, mainly took place in the first two weeks of September.
Fermentation
14 days in stainless steel tanks
Aging
The wine was presented to the market after a few weeks resting in stainless steel tanks.
Sulphites
Contains sulphites
Vineyards
Location
High quality vineyards around the winery, in Val do Salnés (Pontevedra).
Climate
Oceanic, with gentle average temperatures and very high rainfall (over 1,500 mm/year). The 2020 vintage enjoyed regular weather and a warm, dry end-of-cycle which helped the harvesting. The grapes entered the winery in optimum sanitary condition.
Soil
Granitic in origin, rich in quartz with a sandy texture.
Variety
100% Albariño, 20 to 25 years old, grown using both trellising and the traditional espalier training systems.
The Albariño grape takes center stage in our wines. A white variety which matures early, with small bunches, and perfectly suited to the area.
It has big personality, deep aromas and its flavor is well balanced and structured. Its high acidity gives the wines a decisive freshness.
A wine in perfect synchrony with Galician cuisine
Pazo Cilleiro’s connection with its land is clearly demonstrated in the local cuisine. The pure flavors of the sea are magnified in fish and seafood dishes, reaching unbeatable depths.
The freshness, enveloping aroma and structure of Pazo Cilleiro is further enhanced by the iodized, salty touches brought by the local produce. Fish stews, dense and slightly oily, are further perfected when contrasted with our Albariño. Its origins don’t lie - it clearly comes from the Rias to complement the delicious fare brought to your table by selfless Galician fishermen.
