Pazo de Señorans Albariño 2022
Pazo de Señorans · Pazo de Señorans, Meis, Pontevedra, Galicia
Pazo de Señorans Albariño is the white wine that sommeliers pour for themselves. From a sixteenth-century manor in the Salnés Valley — the heart of Rías Baixas, where the Atlantic shapes every vine — this is Albariño at its most expressive.
Nose
Nectarine and fresh figs emerge immediately, with orange zest, white flowers, and a faint saline minerality that speaks of the Atlantic proximity.
Palate
Simultaneously rich and fresh, with stone fruit and citrus flavors showing excellent concentration and clarity. The four months on lees add a textural creaminess.
Finish
Clean, mineral-driven, and refreshingly long, with lingering citrus, a trace of honeyed warmth, and a saline close that leaves you reaching for oysters, seafood, or simply the next glass.
- Varietal
- Albariño (100%)
- Blend
- 100% Albariño
Cocktail Suggestion
Cocktail — Serve This Chilled: Albariño of this quality shines brightest on its own. Serve at 8–10°C in a tulip-shaped white wine glass.
Food Pairing
Pair with: Fresh Galician-style pulpo a la gallega (octopus with paprika and olive oil), grilled whole branzino, or a plate of briny Kumamoto oysters.
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