O Raio da Vella Albariño
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Winemaker Notes
This wine offers intense aromas of Meyer lemon, bay leaf, fennel, white grapefruit, lime rind, with subtle notes of paperwhites and lemon meringue. On the palate, these flavors persist, complemented by fennel, quince, and a silky olive oil texture. The wine has impressive length, with a vibrant backbone of acidity and salinity that reflects its coastal origins.
Wine Information
In 2012 Rodrigo Mendez decided to set up a new and personal project under his own name. His goal was to produce wines that authentically reflect the terroir of Galicia's Rías Baixas region, adhering to biodynamic farming principles. Rooted in his family’s legacy and inspired by his grandfather’s teachings, Rodri emphasizes simplicity and terroir. He uses ancient winemaking techniques to create age-worthy wines that capture the history and soils of the region. The winery, located in Meaño, Pontevedra, operates on a small scale and produces very limited quantities each year. Traditional methods are employed, combining stainless steel tanks with oak barrels to craft wines that showcase the unique character of the land. The grapes for O Raio da Vella come from young vineyards and are harvested manually. Production is very limited with just under 2,000 bottles.
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