COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Albariño
PRODUCER
Mar de Frades SL
REGION
Rías Baixas
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Mar de Frades Albariño hails from the Rías Baixas DO in Galicia, Spain, produced by Mar de Frades SL. The wine is crafted from 100% Albariño grapes, grown in the Val do Salnés region, an area influenced by Atlantic breezes and granite soils. The winery, established in 1987, is named after the historical 'Sea of Friars' and aims to capture the essence of its coastal environment. A distinctive feature of the wine is its recognizable blue bottle, which includes a thermochromic logo that changes color to indicate the ideal serving temperature. Mar de Frades is considered a significant producer within the Rías Baixas DO, known for its pioneering role in the Val do Salnés.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€27
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The winery's name, 'Mar de Frades,' evokes ancient pilgrim routes.
Fact 02
The iconic blue bottle has a temperature-sensitive logo.
Fact 03
The Ganimede method is used to enhance aroma extraction.
Fact 04
Mar de Frades is a pioneer producer in the Val do Salnés.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Mar de Frades Albariño is produced from hand-harvested grapes that are carefully selected. The must undergoes a 8-10 hour maceration using the Ganimede method, designed to enhance aroma extraction and maintain salinity. Fermentation is conducted in stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts. Post-fermentation, the wine benefits from meticulous lees work, which contributes to its volume and balance. The wine is then aged for a few months in the bottle before its release.
