La Comtesse de Pazo Barrantes Albariño 2019

This dry white wine from D.O. Rías Baixas is a complex and profound interpretation of the Albariño grape, crafted by the Pazo de Barrantes winery. It features aromas of ripe white fruit, quince, and mineral notes, balanced by a vibrant acidity and a long, saline finish.

Key facts

• Grape variety: 100% Albariño
• D.O. / Region: D.O. Rías Baixas
• Winery: Pazo de Barrantes
• Soil / Altitude: Granitic with sand, Valle del Salnés
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 12 months in oak vats, 12 months in concrete

The vineyard

The grapes originate from Pago Cacheiro, a unique vineyard planted in 1965 in the Valle del Salnés. The granitic soil with a sandy top layer in this plot provides the wine with its characteristic minerality and natural freshness.

Ideal combination

Fish

Fish pairs best with white and rosé wines: they don't overpower the taste and suit different cooking methods.

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Poultry

Poultry works with light white wines — Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc — or soft reds like Pinot Noir, Grenache.

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Sushi

Sushi and sashimi pair well with light, high-acid white wines — they refresh the palate and let the delicate flavour of the fish come through.

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Winemaking

Following a gentle pressing, the must ferments and ages for twelve months in 3,000-liter French oak vats, spending three of those months on its lees. The wine is then refined for another year in concrete tanks to polish its structure.

Why buy it

Its extended aging gives it a structure and cellaring potential uncommon for this grape variety. It is an excellent choice for those seeking a white wine of great character and elegance for their cellar. You can buy La Comtesse de Pazo Barrantes Albariño 2019 online directly from our shop.