Castro Martin - Albariño "Sobre Lías" 2022 – Rías Baixas, Spain

Castro Martin Albariño Sobre Lías 2022 is an elegant and complex white wine from the Rías Baixas DO, located in northwestern Spain. This wine is made from the Albariño grape, which is known for its fresh and fruity character, but Castro Martin adds an extra dimension by allowing the wine to age "sobre lías", meaning it rests on its lees for a period of time to develop more complexity and texture.

The wine presents itself with a clear, straw yellow color and an intense aroma of citrus fruits, apple and stone fruits, as well as notes of flowers and sea air. On the palate it is fresh and crisp with a perfect balance between acidity and fruit, which provides a lively and refreshing experience. The aging on lias adds a creamy mouthfeel and notes of toasted bread and light spice.

After harvest, the grapes are slowly fermented and the wine matures on the dead yeast residues (leaches) for 6 months. This process gives the wine a greater complexity that is not found in many standard Albariño wines.

This Albarino is ideal with shellfish, especially mussels and oysters, as well as fish dishes, pasta with seafood, or light grilled meat dishes. It also works as a refreshing wine for a summer evening or as an aperitif.

This wine is an excellent choice for those seeking an Albariño with depth and finesse, while maintaining the refreshing and lively character for which the grape is known.

Producer: Castro Martin
Name: Albarino "Sobre Lías"
Country: Spain
Area: Rias Baixas
Year: 2022
Grape: Albarino
Alcohol: 13%