prioritizing manual vineyard management and biodiversity within their dry-farmed
It’s a dreamy little wine for the money and a great option for a house red
where vines are hand-farmed on vertical inclines of clay and slate that dictate the wine’s high extract and mineral focus
some of them derived from fruits like apples
with slightly chewy tannins and plenty of acidity to keep things lively
2024 Forjas del Salnes, Rias Baixas, Albarino Leirana Cuvee_En Cre prioritizing manual vineyard management andForjas del Salnes is located in the village of Meao in the Val do Salns sub region of Ras Baixas, where fifth generation winemaker Rodrigo Mndez continues a family legacy of viticulture that dates back centuries. The grapes come from vines planted between 1952 and 1982, rooted in the region's signature sandy granite soils. The resulting wine is taut and mineral laced, featuring clear notes of lime zest, green apple, and a distinct, saline character