Carballal ‘Sete Cepas’ Albariño, Val do Salnés, Rías Baixas, Spain 2025
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$24.00
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Family winery in Ribadumia, on the Atlantic coast of Galicia, run by seven brothers. Their father, Benito Vázquez, planted the old Albariño vines at Finca Carballal, which were among the vineyards that helped establish the Rías Baixas DO. The estate farms about 15 hectares. The name Sete Cepas refers to seven brothers that make the wine.
- FARMING: Sustainably Farmed
- VARIETY: Albariño
- TERROIR: Rías Baixas DO, Val do Salnés. Chalky limestone and clay soils. Atlantic climate with cool, maritime influence.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested young-vine fruit. Gentle bladder press. Indigenous yeast fermentation in stainless steel.
- AGING: Stainless steel, aged on fine lees.
- TASTING NOTES: Bright and refreshing, with lively acidity and a saline edge. Stone fruit and hints of tropical fruit, with a mineral core that reflects the coast.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Oysters, grilled octopus, fried calamari, ceviche, and steamed shellfish. Light salads and grilled fish in warm weather.
Carballal ‘Sete Cepas’ Albariño, Val do Salnés, Rías Baixas, Spain 2025
Regular price
$24.00
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Family winery in Ribadumia, on the Atlantic coast of Galicia, run by seven brothers. Their father, Benito Vázquez, planted the old Albariño vines at Finca Carballal, which were among the vineyards that helped establish the Rías Baixas DO. The estate farms about 15 hectares. The name Sete Cepas refers to seven brothers that make the wine.
- FARMING: Sustainably Farmed
- VARIETY: Albariño
- TERROIR: Rías Baixas DO, Val do Salnés. Chalky limestone and clay soils. Atlantic climate with cool, maritime influence.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested young-vine fruit. Gentle bladder press. Indigenous yeast fermentation in stainless steel.
- AGING: Stainless steel, aged on fine lees.
- TASTING NOTES: Bright and refreshing, with lively acidity and a saline edge. Stone fruit and hints of tropical fruit, with a mineral core that reflects the coast.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Oysters, grilled octopus, fried calamari, ceviche, and steamed shellfish. Light salads and grilled fish in warm weather.