Description
Winemaking:
Aged for up to 36 months on lees in stainless steel tanks, followed by an additional 72 months of aging before bottling. The grapes come from old vines grown on poor, sandy granite soils at 300 meters above sea level in a cool Atlantic climate.
Tasting notes:
The nose presents dried herbs, acacia flowers, quince, waxy lemons, honeysuckle, and smoky lees. On the palate, expect electrifying acidity and layers of ripe stone fruits, yellow grapefruit, gooseberry, and green apple, with a fine, mineral edge and persistent freshness.
Food pairing:
Perfect with seafood, grilled shellfish, or dishes with fresh citrus and herbs. Ideal for pairing with rich fish or poultry dishes as well.
Producer Profile
Pazo Señorans is one of DO Rías-Baixas’ leading producers.
The influence of owners Marisol Bueno and Javier Mareque on the development of the DO Rías-Baixas appellation and its primary grape variety, Albariño, goes back to their purchase in 1979 of a 16th-century country estate wine kiwi orchards and old-vine Albariño vineyards. Located in the town of Meis, Pazo Señorans lies close to the sea on acidic, sandy soils created by the natural decomposition of the granite bedrock below. Marisol and Javier were quick to recognize the potential of Albariño and were instrumental in the creation of the DO just a decade after their arrival in Meis. Today, the wines from this estate demonstrate the grape’s ageing potential in a way that few other producers can emulate.
Tasting Notes
JancisRobinson.com 18.5
[Jancis Robinson, 01/04/2023]
Greg Sherwood 97
[Greg Sherwood, 05/03/2023]
